Felger & Massarotti

(0:00) The show starts the final hour reacting to Bill Simmons being upset the Patriots weren't in on the Micah Parsons trade. Murray also discusses the biggest tool in sports.  (15:45) The guys discuss Payton Tolle making his MLB debut tonight, what they expect and if he can contribute to the teams postseason push and beyond. (26:10) Email of the day comes in with the show reacting to numerous emails sent to Felger during the show, calls also continue to come in. (34:20) The show wraps up the week with another edition of the final word with Big Jim Murray. 

Transcribed - Published: 29 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz and Murray lead off the third hour with the Red Sox 7-1 road trip and the team rolling heading into the late season playoff push.  (15:10) The show continues to react to the Micah Parsons trade and Jerry Jones comments on the team not being able to stop the run with calls coming in. (26:30) The show reacts to Vrabel cuts from earlier in the week on roster construction and letting some players go. (33:50) Calls continue to come in on agenda free Friday. 

Transcribed - Published: 29 August 2025

(0:00) The show continues to talk Micah Parsons trade and if the Patriots should have been in on trying to acquire him.  (14:50) A lightning round of calls come in on all topics from the world of sports. (25:30) More calls come in on all the topics of the day. (36:30) The show continues to react to the Cowboys trading away Micah Parsons. 

Transcribed - Published: 29 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz and Murray start off agenda free Friday with Payton Tolle, Micah Parsons and Jabrill Peppers release and more!  (13:50) The show reacts to Jerry Jones press conference yesterday after the Micah Parsons trade and why he's one of the great phonies in sports. (25:10) Calls come in on everything for agenda free Friday and the show reacts to the Red Sox releasing Walker Buehler. (34:40) The first hour wraps with calls coming in on all things Boston sports and the show discusses Christian Gonzalez's health.  

Transcribed - Published: 29 August 2025

(0:00) The final hour opens with the guys reacting to the breaking news that the Dallas Cowboys have traded Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers.  (13:51) The callers weigh in on all that has been discussed on the show.  (26:08) The email of the day based around suggestions for Mazz’s Tiers  (37:25) The Final Word!

Transcribed - Published: 28 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the third hour of the show asking the question....should the Red Sox be given more grief for not going all in at the trade deadline?  (11:50) The callers weigh in on all that the guys have discussed.  (24:39) More caller reaction to the Red Sox and Mazz’s Tiers  (31:21) 5 questions that have nothing to do with sports with Jim Murray

Transcribed - Published: 28 August 2025

(0:00) The second hour of the show opens with a continuation of Mazz’s Tiers!  (16:28) Felger, Mazz, and Murray react to what Mike Vrabel had to say yesterday when he was asked about Kendrick Bourne requesting his release from the team.  (26:23) Immediate reaction to the Red Sox completing the four game sweep of the Baltimore Orioles.  (32:04) The callers weigh in on Mazz’s Tiers. 

Transcribed - Published: 28 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show discussing what teams they think will make the playoffs in 2025 after missing the playoffs in 2024.  (13:54) What national voice thinks the Patriots are playoff bound? Plus, the callers weigh in on the Patriots.  (26:45) Thoughts on the Patriots new “rivalry” jerseys that were released today.  (37:22)The latest Mazz’s Tiers!

Transcribed - Published: 28 August 2025

(0:00) The final hour of the show opens with the callers weighing in on all that the guys have discussed.  (13:38) Do the Patriots want to bring back Jakobi Meyers but won’t take on the money that he is owed?  (25:15) Some thoughts on the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce engagement. Plus, the Email of the Day!  (37:01) The Final Word!

Transcribed - Published: 27 August 2025

(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show in the third hour and discusses the latest with the Patriots.  (10:36) What do the guys think the Patriots' win total will be in 2025?  (24:00) Paul’s thoughts on the Patriots offense. Plus, the callers weigh in on the Patriots.  (33:08) Is Christian Gonzalez close to returning from the hamstring injury that has kept him out most of training camp?

Transcribed - Published: 27 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the second hour discussing the Red Sox high-end pitching and how it has driven their recent run of great play. Plus, has Roman Anthony saved the Red Sox season?  (13:16) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.  (22:40) Who is to blame for the amount of arm injuries on the Red Sox pitching staff?  (32:14) The callers weigh in on the Patriots and Red Sox.

Transcribed - Published: 27 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show discussing the news of Kendrick Bourne being released. Plus, the breaking news of the team also releasing Javon Baker.  (16:20) Thoughts on the Patriots claiming quarterback Tommy DeVito off of waivers from the Giants.  (24:19) Do the Patriots want to bring back Jakobi Meyers but won’t take on the money that he is owed?  (32:42) How many players are left from the Bill Belichick era in New England?

Transcribed - Published: 27 August 2025

(0:00) Do Patriots fans have a reason for optimism heading into the 2025 season?  (10:18) callers weigh in on all things Patriots.  (22:51) Final thoughts, calls, and emails!  (34:55) The Final Word! 

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2025

(0:00) The second hour of the show opens with the callers weighing in on the Patriots and how they could look in 2025.  (8:55) Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk joins the show to discuss his latest novel “Big Shield”, and to discuss the latest with the Patriots and the NFL.  (26:44) Thoughts on the Red Sox 4-3 series opening win over the Orioles in Baltimore last night., including the performances of Jarren Duran and Garrett Whitlock.  (32:28) The callers weigh in on all that the guys have discussed.

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the third hour with their thoughts on the latest news surrounding the Patriots 53-man roster on cutdown day.  (13:05) Did Mike Vrabel take a shot at Christian Gonzalez and his progress of returning from injury?  (24:31) Breaking down the Patriots initial 53-man roster following the roster cutdown deadline.  (35:14) More thoughts on the Patriots 53-man roster. Plus, caller reaction to the Patriots.

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show with their thoughts on the Patriots roster and the latest news on cutdown day.  (13:40) Is the Patriots roster not as good as Head Coach Mike Vrabel may have thought it was?  (26:32) The callers weigh in on the Patriots.  (35:38) Thoughts on what Jared Stillman, a former radio host in Nashville, had to say last night with Matt McCarthy about Mike Vrabel and his comments to the media.

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2025

(0:00) The final hour of the show opens with the guys resetting their thoughts on the Red Sox. Plus, Jim Murray has some thoughts on Mike Vrabel as Patriots head coach so far.  (14:30) A Lightning Round of callers on the Red Sox.  (24:50) Final thoughts and the Email of the Day.  (35:53) The Final Word!

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2025

(0:00) Greg Bedard of BostonSportsJournal.com joins Felger and Mazz and opens the hour discussing Patriots ownership and how they’ve handled the post-Belichick era. Plus, could the Patriots start the season 0-5? (11:48) 10 questions from Around the NFL with Greg Bedard!  (28:21) The callers weigh in on the Patriots.  (34:35) What is Bedard’s confidence in Drake Maye and the Patriots offense?

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2025

(0:00) Greg Bedard of BostonSportsJournal.com joins Felger and Mazz and opens the hour discussing Mike Vrabel’s comments about there being a “rat” leaking things at Gillette Stadium.  (15:35) Bedard’s thoughts on what he’s seen from the team through camp and the preseason games.  (22:40) 3 up and 3 down with Bedard!  (34:28) The callers weigh in on the Patriots.

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show discussing their biggest takeaways from the Red Sox vs Yankees series this past weekend in the Bronx.  (13:58) The callers weigh in on the Red Sox.  (24:42) Some thoughts on the plans of the Athletics to move to Vegas and why the move may not happen.  (32:00) Thoughts on Dustin May’s bad start vs the Yankees. Plus, callers on the Red Sox.

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray discuss Mike Vrabel's comments from today's presser (10:13) The guys continue the Patriots conversation (20:46) Email of the Day (35:40) The Final Word

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray are joined by Chris Gasper of the Boston Globe (17:20) The guys discuss more about the state of the Patriots (25:52) The guys react to calls (35:29) The guys say goodbye to Gasper and talk about the Red Sox 

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray talk about needing to find the rat (16:12) The guys talk about strengthening the Patriots roster (25:50) The guys react to calls (34:33) The guys continue the Patriots conversation

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show with an Agenda Free Friday (16:15) The guys talk about the Red Sox big win over the Yankees and some of their struggles (26:25) The guys talk about the Patriots loss to the Giants in the third preseason game (35:48) Callers react to the show

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2025

(0:00) Mazz’s Tiers is continued with more callers’ additions. (9:29) Felger, Mazz, and Murray discuss Jerry Jones’ obsession with Milton. (22:03) Callers weigh in with more of their thoughts on Mazz’s Tiers and everything else discussed so far. (30:36) The guys share their final thoughts and the Email of the Day.

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2025

(0:00) The guys open the second hour of the show discussing the Red Sox and their upcoming series against the Yankees. (11:24) Callers weigh in on everything discussed so far. (23:51) The guys preview Mazz’s Tiers on today’s show. (30:19) The latest Mazz’s Tiers!

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show discussing Bill Belichick’s recent comments on the Patriots and Patriots ownership. (17:28) Callers weigh in on Belichick’s interview. (26:13) The guys and callers continue to share their thoughts on Belichick’s interview. (34:39) 5 Questions that have Nothing to do with Sports with Jim Murray!

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the final hour of the show resetting their thoughts on the Red Sox loss to the Orioles last night. (12:30) The guys share more thoughts on the Red Sox and their usage of analytics in last night’s loss. Plus, callers weigh in on the Red Sox and Patriots. (25:18) Final thoughts, calls, and the Email of the Day. (38:40) The Final Word!

Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2025

(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show and opens the hour discussing the latest with the Patriots through the first two preseason games. (9:57) Callers weigh in on the Patriots. (19:02) Paul shares his thoughts on whether Drake Maye will be a franchise quarterback. Plus, he shares his thoughts on Josh McDaniels' offense. (33:27) Perillo discusses his thoughts on the Patriots defense.

Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2025

(0:00) The guys open the second hour of the show discussing the Patriots offensive line and the Krafts’ spending. (17:03) Callers weigh in on the Red Sox. (24:48) The guys share their thoughts on Gronk opening up a playground in Boston and signing a 1-Day Contract with the Patriots to retire. (31:21) Callers weigh in on everything discussed so far.

Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show today discussing their disappointment following last night’s loss for the Red Sox against the Orioles. (15:10) Callers weigh in with their thoughts on last night’s Red Sox game. (24:19) The guys share their thoughts on the Red Sox usage of analytics in last night’s loss to the Orioles. Plus, Jarren Duran’s latest run-in with a fan. (34:24) More caller reactions on the Red Sox.

Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2025

(0:00) The final hour of the show opens with the guys resetting some thoughts that Greg Bedard had earlier in the show.  (13:39) More thoughts on the Patriots and Drake Maye. Plus, the callers weigh in.  (20:54) Final thoughts, calls, and emails!  (33:35) The Final Word!

Transcribed - Published: 19 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the third hour of the show discussing the Red Sox current bullpen struggles and comments made by Alex Cora postgame on Monday about the roster.  (15:43) More thoughts on the Red Sox. Plus, caller reaction to the Patriots and Red Sox.  (24:35) The callers weigh in on all that the guys have discussed on the show.  (32:15) Could the entire 2024 Patriots draft class, outside of Drake Maye, be off the roster by week 1 of the 2025 season? 

Transcribed - Published: 19 August 2025

(0:00) Greg Bedard of BostonSportsJournal.com joins Felger and Mazz and opens the second hour of the show with more thoughts on the Patriots.  (12:01) 10 questions from around the NFL with Greg Bedard!  (24:54) 10 questions with Bedard continues.  (32:17) Some thoughts on what Mike Vrabel had to say about Drake Maye’s performance so far in Training Camp and the Preseason.

Transcribed - Published: 19 August 2025

(0:00) Greg Bedard of BostonSportsJournal.com joins Felger and Mazz and opens the show discussing the latest with the Patriots and quarterback Drake Maye.  (16:52) More thoughts on the Patriots, including some thoughts on the team's defense.  (26:49) 3 up and 3 down from the last week with Bedard!  (36:46) Some thoughts on Drake Maye and his performance in joint practices vs in the preseason games.

Transcribed - Published: 19 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray kick off the fourth hour reacting to Greg Bedard’s optimistic comments on the Patriots and discuss whether they can really compete for the division. (9:03) Comments on the Patriots receiving room, plus a lightning round of caller reactions on everything discussed today! (20:42) The Email of the Day! (29:48) The Final Word! 

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray begin the third hour with a conversation about Stefon Diggs and his odd behavior with the Patriots. (12:18) Caller reactions about Nathaniel Lowe, the Red Sox bullpen, Drake Maye, and more! (25:34) Reaction to MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred hinting at realigning the entire MLB. (35:35) The guys give their thoughts on the NFL trying out an automated ball measurement system instead of bringing out the chains.

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the second hour discussing Eliot Wolf’s comments on trading away early round draft picks to improve the Patriots. (12:01) Conversation on Drake Maye and whether he seems ready for his second season as the Patriots quarterback. (25:11) The guys discuss the issues plaguing the Red Sox bullpen and Marcelo Mayer being shut down for the year. (32:48) Caller reactions on everything the guys have discussed today.

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray kick off the show with their thoughts on Drake Maye following this weekend’s preseason game against the Vikings. (14:52) Caller reactions about Drake Maye and the Patriots. (26:54) The guys discuss the Patriots offensive line and if there is cause for concern based on their performance in the preseason so far.  (33:27) Comments on Efton Chism’s preseason performances and the state of the Patriots receiving room.

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Murray, and McCarthy open the final hour of the show resetting their thoughts on the current state of the Red Sox and their recent loss to the Astros. (11:41) Lightning Round of callers weighing in on an Agenda Free Friday. (25:28) Final thoughts, calls, and the Email of the Day. (38:00) The Final Word!

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2025

(0:00) Chris Gasper of The Boston Globe joins the show and opens the hour discussing the latest with the Patriots. (15:41) Felger, Murray, McCarthy, and Chris Gasper discuss Drake Maye’s comments on learning Josh McDaniels’ offense. Plus, a surprise visit from Alex Barth. (27:00) Chris Gasper weighs in with his thoughts on the Celtics 2025-2026 schedule and the recent Celtics sale being approved by the NBA Board of Governors. (35:39) Gasper shares his final thoughts on the show.

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2025

(0:00) The guys open the second hour of the show discussing more thoughts on Stefon Diggs’ potential impact for this upcoming season. Plus, callers weigh in. (11:12) Felger, Murray, and McCarthy share their thoughts on Alex Cora’s recent comments following his ejection in a loss against the Astros. (25:03) Callers weigh in on an Agenda Free Friday. (33:11) The guys discuss their thoughts on Tarik Skubal’s recent comments on the Red Sox possible sign stealing.

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2025

(0:00) Felger, Murray, and Matt McCarthy open the show with their opening takes on the Patriots offensive line and backup quarterback situation. (13:58) The guys share their thoughts on the Patriots’ wide receivers and how Stefon Diggs has been so far in training camp. (26:13) Callers weigh in on an Agenda Free Friday. (37:34) Felger shares his thoughts on the recent comments that Stefon Diggs made in an interview with Dianna Russini.

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2025

(0:00) Matt McCarthy and Mark Dondero open the final hour of the show continuing the latest Mazz’s Tiers. (11:52) The guys weigh in with their takes on Felger’s recent biking accident. (24:50) Final thoughts, calls, and the Email of the Day.  (34:57) 5 Questions that have nothing to do with sports as The Final Word!

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

(0:00) McCarthy and Dondero open the third hour of the show with callers weighing in on everything discussed so far on the show. (10:46) They share their thoughts on the recent change in Celtics ownership. (20:59) The guys and callers weigh in their thoughts on the best Boston ownership. (32:34) The latest Mazz’s Tiers, hosted this week by Mark Dondero.

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

(0:00) The guys open the second hour of the show joined by Evan Lazar of Patriots.com with his insight on the Patriots in training camp. (10:47) Callers weigh in on everything discussed so far on the show. (23:53) McCarthy and Dondero discuss Vrabel’s recent comments surrounding Drake Maye’s leadership and talent on the Patriots. (32:13) They discuss Evan Lazar’s comments on Will Campbell at the joint practices with the Vikings. Plus, callers weigh in.

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

(0:00) Matt McCarthy and Mark Dondero open the show discussing the current state of the Red Sox following their loss last night against the Astros. (15:35) The guys discuss the recent comments made by Alex Cora following his ejection in last night’s game. (25:48) They discuss the impressive impact that Roman Anthony has had on the team so far. Plus, callers weigh in on the Red Sox. (34:48) Dondero expresses his disbelief of Taylor Swift admitting how little she knows about football following the release of the Kelce brothers’ podcast.

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

(0:00) Michael Holley, Paul Perillo, and Alex Barth open the final hour of the show resetting their thoughts on the Red Sox win last night against the Astros and if they will make the playoffs. (10:56) The guys discuss the Red Sox roster and if it is good enough for the playoffs. (22:13) They discuss the news of the Celtics sale being approved by the NBA Board of Governors. (35:32) The Final Word!

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2025

(0:00) Holley, Perillo, and Barth open the third hour of the show discussing more thoughts on Drake Maye and his potential for the Patriots. (14:45) Does everything with the Patriots go back to Belichick? (27:02) The guys share a quick discussion on Barth’s pronunciation of certain words. Plus, callers weigh in on the Patriots. (37:05) Should Stefon Diggs be getting the most targets for the Patriots this season?

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2025

(0:00) The guys open the second hour of the show discussing the Patriots regarding training camp and their first preseason game. (13:08) Holley, Perillo, and Barth discuss Vrabel as coach and how he is impacting the team. (25:49) How many games should the Patriots win this season? (33:35) What is the ceiling of Drake Maye?

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2025