(00:00) The guys discuss Cooper Kupp joining the Seahawks, remaining free agent WRs, and the Patriots’ lack of big offensive moves. They also mention Tee Higgins re-signing with the Bengals on a team-friendly deal.
(14:10) The guys react to the Bengals locking in Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins to big deals, questioning if it’s a mistake. Beetle examines the Patriots’ cap situation, noting they have the most in the league, and discusses free-agent WRs they’ve missed. They also highlight how the Bengals’ cap space improved after signing both players.
(25:58) Beetle says Vrabel overspent on defense, but it improved the team. He also notes the Patriots lacked a Plan B after missing on Godwin. Zolak thinks Travis Hunter could be a good offensive weapon. They question why the Patriots won’t overpay on offense. McKone asks how Drake Maye’s job got easier this offseason.
(35:42) Beetle disagrees with Colin Cowherd’s playoff prediction for the Patriots, saying even if they doubled their win total, they’d still be two wins short of a playoff spot. They discuss Cowherd’s playoff predictions and share their own thoughts on who will make it next season.