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The New England Patriots are set to open mandatory minicamp on Monday, June 14, 2021. However, Thursday’s OTA practice sessions provided a nice primer for the next phase of New England’s offseason program. Host Mike D’Abate breaks down Thursday’s practice and welcomes New York Giants beat reporter Patricia Traina, of SI’s Giants Country and host of Locked On NYG to discuss the joint practices with the Pats and Giants to be held in Foxboro in late August.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.StatHeroStatHero, the FIRST Ever Daily Fantasy Sportsbook that gives the PLAYER the ADVANTAGE. Go to StatHero.com/LockedOn for 300% back on your first play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Skill positions may get the headlines, but championships are usually won on the lines. Joining host Mike D’Abate is Steve Balestrieri of PatsFans.com. The duo discuss and evaluate the potential and prowess of the New England Patriots 2021 defensive line. From the additions along the interior, to those that will be setting the edge, Mike and Steve break down how the unit should improve in 2021. Mike also makes a special announcement regarding the future of his Patriots coverage for the upcoming season.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.StatHeroStatHero, the FIRST Ever Daily Fantasy Sportsbook that gives the PLAYER the ADVANTAGE. Go to StatHero.com/LockedOn for 300% back on your first play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Julio Jones reportedly on his way to Music City, the New England Patriots seem content to head into the 2021 NFL season with their current corps of pass catchers. Joining host Mike D’Abate is fan-favorite Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy. The duo discuss the fallout from the Jones trade, why it might actually be good for the Patriots, and the futures of both Stephon Gilmore and Cam Newton in New England.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.StatHeroStatHero, the FIRST Ever Daily Fantasy Sportsbook that gives the PLAYER the ADVANTAGE. Go to StatHero.com/LockedOn for 300% back on your first play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Optimism is high in New England as the Patriots get set to begin training for the 2021 NFL Season. However, is there as much optimism on the Pats from a national perspective? Joining host Mike D’Abate is NF journalism vet Russell S. Baxter. The pair discuss the chances of teams in the AFC and NFC that could contend for a conference title. Lastly, they take a look at the prospectus of the 2021 New England Patriots from a national perspective.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the news that Rex Burkhead is headed to the Houston Texans, the New England Patriots will likely be opening training camp with seven running backs competing for a spot on their 53-man roster. Joining host Mike D’Abate is Steve Balestrieri of PatsFans.com. The duo discuss the prowess of Damien Harris, the enigmatic Sony Michel, the reliability of James White, the potential impact of rookie Rhamondre Stevenson and the inevitable ‘odd man out’ among the rest.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New England Patriots are still in the mix of teams that are reportedly interested in WR Julio Jones. However, the Atlanta Falcons’ asking price might be a bit steep for the Pats. Joining host Mike D’Abate is fan-favorite Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy. The duo discuss the latest on Julio Jones, whether there is a budding ‘quarterback’ controversy in New England. Lastly, they take a look ahead to Patriots mandatory minicamp, set to begin on June 15th.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The finances of the New England Patriots continue to be the hot topic in and around Foxboro, Massachusetts. To help sort out the Pats salary cap situation, host Mike D’Abate welcomes Miguel ‘PatsCap’ Benzan. The pair discuss the financial framework of a potential deal for Julio Jones, the financial future of several key Patriots’ veterans, and looking ahead to 2022. Lastly, in a segment unique to Locked On Patriots, Miguel ‘sets the record straight’ on various cap myths circulating throughout Patriots media.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New England Patriots are currently conducting OTA in Foxboro, Massachusetts. Trade rumors surrounding Julio Jones continue to swirl. And, legendary Patriots kicker Adam Vinatieri has called it a career after 24 amazing seasons in the NFL, 10 of which he spent in New England. It is a lot to discuss, as host Mike D’Abate welcomes Doug (a.k.a @douggiefootball) talk the latest from New England. From Adam’s retirement, to Julio rumors, to Tom Brady once again ‘gettin cheugy with it.’ Finally, Doug has some advice for Pats fans everywhere.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New England Patriots continue to make headlines, for a myriad of reasons. Joining host Mike D’Abate is Clare ‘ClazzyClare’ Cooper of Pats Propaganda and Full Press Coverage. The duo discuss the latest trade rumors surrounding Julio Jones, the effect his addition would have on the tight end position, Clare’s predictions for the Patriots in 2021, and Mike addresses the latest “reports” on ‘Spygate’ (insert eye roll emoji).Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New England Patriots have kicked off phase three of their offseason program by beginning OTA on Monday. Joining Mike D’Abate is Steve Balestrieri of PatsFans.com. The pair discuss the Patriots strong attendance at OTA, what it means for the veterans and new faces, and the latest rumors surrounding Julio Jones.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New England Patriots are heavily rumored to be a potential destination for current Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones. However, how Isley is is that the talented wideout ends up in Foxboro? Joining host Mike D’Abate is fan-favorite Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy as the duo discuss the potential of a deal to bring Jones to New England. They also close out #LockedOnMurph Monday by discussing the future of Stephon Gilmore in Foxboro, Massachusetts.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New England Patriots find themselves among a handful of teams rumored to interested in acquiring Atlanta Falcons’ wide receiver Julio Jones. How might he fit in Foxboro? Joining host Mike D’Abate is Mark Schofield of USA Today Sports. The duo discuss the latest rumors surrounding Julio Jones and how the team will alter its offense to suit future quarterback Mac Jones.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.NugenixText now, and they’ll include a bottle of Nugenix Thermo, their most powerful fat incinerator ever with key ingredients to help you get back in shape, absolutely free! Text DRAFT to 2-3-1-2-3-1.WealthfrontTo get your first $5,000 managed for FREE, for life, go to wealthfront.com/LockedOnNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New England Patriots are casting a ‘Sooners Spell’ on the roster in 2021. Two prominent members of the Oklahoma Sooners, are now wearing Patriot Blue; defensive end Ronnie Perkins and running back Rhamondre Stevenson. Joining host Mike D’Abate is John Williams, host of Locked On Sooners. Having covered both players during their time in Oklahoma, John provides valuable, expert insight on the newest members of the Patriots.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.NugenixText now, and they’ll include a bottle of Nugenix Thermo, their most powerful fat incinerator ever with key ingredients to help you get back in shape, absolutely free! Text DRAFT to 2-3-1-2-3-1.WealthfrontTo get your first $5,000 managed for FREE, for life, go to wealthfront.com/LockedOnNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New England Patriots are reportedly bringing back a familiar face to an already crowded quarterback room for the 2021 NFL season. Brian Hoyer is returning to Foxboro on a one-year deal. What does is mean for the Pats this season? Joining host Mike D’Abate is Steve Balestrieri of PatsFans.com. The duo discuss Hoyer’s return, New England’s plans to hold joint practices during training camp and they try to predict the Patriots’ possible record in 2021.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.NugenixText now, and they’ll include a bottle of Nugenix Thermo, their most powerful fat incinerator ever with key ingredients to help you get back in shape, absolutely free! Text DRAFT to 2-3-1-2-3-1.WealthfrontTo get your first $5,000 managed for FREE, for life, go to wealthfront.com/LockedOnNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New England Patriots have begun the second phase of offseason workouts at Gillette Stadium, in Foxboro, Massachusetts; after having welcomed the rookie class for initial workouts over the weekend. Joining host Mike D’Abate is fan-favorite Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy, as the duo discuss the importance of such workouts, and the hype surrounding them.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.NugenixText now, and they’ll include a bottle of Nugenix Thermo, their most powerful fat incinerator ever with key ingredients to help you get back in shape, absolutely free! Text DRAFT to 2-3-1-2-3-1.WealthfrontTo get your first $5,000 managed for FREE, for life, go to wealthfront.com/LockedOnNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In addition to Tom Brady’s return to Foxboro on October 3, the New England Patriots face several intriguing matchups in the upcoming 2021 season. Joining host Mike D’Abate is Tanya Ray Fox of FS1. The pair discuss the level of difficulty of the Pats schedule, the hype surrounding Brady and the Bucs vs. Bill and the Pats, and whether Cam Newton or Mac Jones should be New England’s quarterback this season.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.NugenixText now, and they’ll include a bottle of Nugenix Thermo, their most powerful fat incinerator ever with key ingredients to help you get back in shape, absolutely free! Text DRAFT to 2-3-1-2-3-1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New England Patriots 2021 Schedule is now ‘officially’ official. Joining host Mike D’Abate is Douglas (a.k.a Douggie Football) as the duo discuss their thoughts on the Pats’ schedule, the chances of seeing Mac Jones take over the quarterback duties for Cam Newton in 2021, and what makes Tom Brady ‘cheugy?’Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.NugenixText now, and they’ll include a bottle of Nugenix Thermo, their most powerful fat incinerator ever with key ingredients to help you get back in shape, absolutely free! Text DRAFT to 2-3-1-2-3-1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New England Patriots’ 2021 Schedule is reportedly out, and the Pats have some intriguing matchups to which they may look forward. New England opens its season on September 12, hosting the Miami Dolphins, while Tom Brady and the Buccaneers visit Foxboro on October 3. Host Mike D’Abate gives his early thoughts on the reported schedule and welcomes John Miller, host of Locked On Mizzou to help Pats fans get to know new safety Joshuah Bledsoe.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.NugenixText now, and they’ll include a bottle of Nugenix Thermo, their most powerful fat incinerator ever with key ingredients to help you get back in shape, absolutely free! Text DRAFT to 2-3-1-2-3-1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New England Patriots are more than a week removed from the 2021 NFL Draft. The initial wave of free agency has passed, as well. However, the Pats still continue to make moves; stockpiling assets on some pretty crowded positional depth charts. Joining host Mike D’Abate is Steve Balestrieri of PatsFans.com. The duo discuss the signing of LB Harvey Langi, as well as the level of difficulty that Bill Belichick may have when trying to trim the roster to 53 players. They also do some speculating on the team’s 2021 schedule, set to be released on Wednesday, May 12, 2021.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.NugenixText now, and they’ll include a bottle of Nugenix Thermo, their most powerful fat incinerator ever with key ingredients to help you get back in shape, absolutely free! Text DRAFT to 2-3-1-2-3-1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New England Patriots have had an eventful offseason. From an aggressive approach to free agency, to potentially drafting their quarterback of the future, the Pats have filled a number of offseason needs. However, there are still questions to be answered, from a roster-building perspective. Joining host Mike D’Abate is fan-favorite Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy. The duo discuss the wide receiver corps, the linebacker position and the depth and experience on the current roster.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.NugenixText now, and they’ll include a bottle of Nugenix Thermo, their most powerful fat incinerator ever with key ingredients to help you get back in shape, absolutely free! Text DRAFT to 2-3-1-2-3-1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices