Jones & Mego

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Adam Jones, Meghan Ottolini (Mego), and producer/brand personality Christian Arcand host ‘Jones and Mego’ weekdays from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. on WEEI. Jones joined WEEI in January of 2023 from 98.5 The Sports Hub in Boston, where he hosted the station’s night show since 2013 and co-hosted “The Dan Shaughnessy Show” from 2009-10. Ottolini joined WEEI as a part-time host in 2021 before becoming a full-time addition to afternoon drive in 2022. She previously spent five years as a reporter with the Boston Herald and as a co-host of ‘Quick Slants’ on NBC Sports Boston. Arcand, born and raised in Boston’s North End, is in his second stint at WEEI, rejoining the station in November of 2022 after a five-year run with The Sports Hub.

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Rob Bradford calls in, says who impressed him at spring training, compares Patriots to Red Sox

March 12, 2024 21:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

WEEI's Rob Bradford joins the Jones and Mego show to discuss the comparison between the Red Sox and the Patriots, NFL v MLB free agency, and Triston Casas.

Patriots free agency has been Bill Belichick without Bill Belichick so far

March 12, 2024 20:19 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

Hour 2 - during the second hour of the Jones and Mego show with Arcand they break down NFL free agency and their thoughts on the Patriots offseason plan so far. Jones says this offseason feels awfully familiar, like a Bill Belichick offseason, which is not what he wants. This hour also features a huge argument about Calvin Ridley and discussions about Justin Fields.

Jones says a fifth round pick would be enough for Patriots to get Justin Fields

March 12, 2024 20:03 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MB

At the current moment, Jones believes that Fields would be a great cheap QB option for the Patriots to add to their room. Would it be possible for the Patriots to bring in Justin Fields for a fifth round pick? Jones seems to think so, but Mego is out on Justin Fields. Arcand says that the Patriots would be in the same spot they are now in two years if they traded for him.

Jones and Arcand YELL at each other about Calvin Ridley

March 12, 2024 19:34 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB

Is it enough for the Patriots to just send an offer to Calvin Ridley? Arcand seems to think so. Jones thinks the offer is 100% not good enough, typical Jones. This infuriates Arcand. An argument begins. Listen to hear some prime Jones v Arcand content.

Is Kraft "Nickle and Diming" Calvin Ridley? Bruins are not ready for playoffs

March 12, 2024 19:27 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MB

Hour 1 - during the first hour of the Jones and Mego show with Arcand the crew gets deep into the weeds of the Patriots free agency. They begin by asking the Big Q at 2: How do you feel about the Patriots free agency so far? Jones and Arcand are down on the Patriots. They feel as if they have not done enough yet to compete next season. Mego is cautiously optimistic. Listen to hear about the Onwenu signing, Calvin Ridley, the NFL Draft and the Bruins recent struggles.

Coach Montgomery was defensive about B's struggles after 5-1 loss

March 12, 2024 19:05 - 9 minutes - 8.57 MB

The Bruins have not been playing well since the ASG. They are nosediving. They have not righted the ship, says Jones. They have been under .500 since the break. Mego says that she did not think the back to back wins said anything at all about this team. They have levelled out. Their coach is trying to grasp at different ways to approach his team and the situation. Now he is being defensive of his team. All in all, the Bruins need to wake up if they want to make a cup run.

How do you feel about the Patriots' free agency so far? Ridley discussion

March 12, 2024 18:28 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB

Jones is disgusted by Robert Kraft and the Patriots so far this free agency. He asks, "what are we doing?" Mego is cautiously optimistic, stating that Wolf has checked a few boxes on her to do list. Arcand is also upset, saying that the Patriots are not an attractive free agency destination. Also Calvin Ridley is discussed. Are the Patriots "Nickle and Diming" or are the Patriots a bargaining tool for Ridley so that he can go to his desired destination, Jacksonville... or "Mac"sonville?

The Jones and Mego show with Arcand from 3/11/2024

March 11, 2024 22:11 - 2 hours - 160 MB

The full four hours of the Jones and Mego show with Arcand from 3/11/2024

Should the Patriots trade for Justin Fields?

March 11, 2024 22:01 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

Hour 4. The Patriots continue to be quiet at the start of NFL Free Agency. Where will Justin Fields play next season and should the Patriots go after him? Meg’Splaining: Kate Middleton conspiracy! Bet Roulette!

Meg’Slaining: Kate Middleton conspiracy theory!

March 11, 2024 21:44 - 8 minutes - 8.24 MB

Mego goes down a rabbit hole regarding Kate Middleton and what may be going on that people don’t know.

Patriots trade Mac Jones to the Jaguars

March 11, 2024 21:10 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

Hour 3. Looking at the history of the contracts that the Patriots give out. Mac Jones traded to the Jaguars- who do you blame for his shortcomings? Callers weigh in. Triple Play: Buy or Sell Monday!

Who is the most to blame for Mac Jones?

March 11, 2024 20:42 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB

With Mac Jones being traded over the weekend, the crew looks at who is most at fault for the shortcomings of Mac Jones!

Why is Linus Ullmark still a Boston Bruin?

March 11, 2024 20:18 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MB

Hour 2. Falcons sign Kirk Cousins. Could the Patriots be after Justin Fields? Can Mac Jones salvage his career now that he has been traded to the Jaguars? Jones is not happy that Linus Ullmark is still on the Bruins.

Jones isn't happy that Linus Ullmark is still a Bruin!

March 11, 2024 20:02 - 4 minutes - 3.96 MB

After Linus Ullmark denied a trade last Friday, Jones addresses the fact that the Bruins goaltender is still here and wonders why he would want to stay in Boston.

Are the Patriots going to actually spend money?

March 11, 2024 19:39 - 10 minutes - 9.43 MB

With the Patriots only signing a backup running back, the crew examines if the Patriots will make a move for a big player.

Patriots not making any big moves to start free agency

March 11, 2024 19:10 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MB

Hour 1. NFL Free Agency is underway! Looking around the league to see moves that have been made. The Patriots have traded Mac Jones- who is the most to blame for the drop off from the former Patriots quarterback? Patriots sign Antonio Gibson.

Breaking News: Patriots sign Antonio Gibson!

March 11, 2024 19:06 - 7 minutes - 7.35 MB

Patriots make their first move of NFL Free Agency by signing running back Antonio Gibson to add to their backfield!

Reliving our favorite Mac Jones memories!

March 11, 2024 18:53 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MB

The crew takes a look back at some of their favorite memories of Mac Jones during his time here in New England!

NFL Free Agency is underway!

March 11, 2024 18:20 - 6 minutes - 6.36 MB

Jones, Mego, and Arcand react to the latest news from the NFL as free agency is underway and how moves around the league will affect the Patriots!

The Jones and Mego show with Arcand from 3/8/2024

March 08, 2024 23:11 - 2 hours - 163 MB

The full four hours of the Jones and Mego show with Arcand from 3/8/2024

Patriots bring back Hunter Henry

March 08, 2024 23:02 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

Hour 4. Reaction to the Bruins at the trade deadline. Did Linus Ullmark veto a trade? Jack Edwards and Pat Maroon- do they need to squash their beef? Patriots resign Hunter Henry. Meg’Splaining: Giving relationship advice to the audience! Bet Roulette: Bets for the Weekend!

Jones claims that Tatum’s MVP chances are over

March 08, 2024 22:11 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

Hour 3. Celtics lose to the Nuggets. Why was Jayson Tatum so passive? Jones is out on Tatum being a potential league MVP this season. Mego doesn’t want Tatum deferring to other players on the team. Can anyone on the Celtics guard Jokic? Triple Play: Fill in the Blank Friday!

Why didn’t the Bruins trade Linus Ullmark?

March 08, 2024 21:09 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

Hour 2. Reacting to the moves the Bruins did and did not make at the NHL trade deadline! Did Linus Ullmark say no to a trade at the deadline? Jones is not happy with the Bruins approach. Patriots are open to trading Mac Jones. Reacting to the new episodes of “The Dynasty”.

Reacting to the newest episodes of "The Dynasty"

March 08, 2024 21:01 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MB

Jones, Mego, and Arcand react to the new episodes of "The Dynasty" that aired last night and the way the show reflects on Bill Belichick.

Will the Patriots trade Mac Jones?

March 08, 2024 20:40 - 3 minutes - 3.19 MB

With Mac Jones still on the roster, the crew takes a look at Mac Jones and what kind of trade they would be willing to do to move on from the quarterback.

Jones is not of fan of the moves the Bruins made at the deadline!

March 08, 2024 20:25 - 8 minutes - 7.89 MB

Jones, Mego, and Arcand are not thrilled with the Bruins moves as the deadline has now passed and the Bruins didn't make any big moves.

Jack Edwards and Pat Maroon may have to squash their beef!

March 08, 2024 20:20 - 4 minutes - 4.27 MB

No one on Jones & Mego is excited about the Bruins trading for Pat Maroon, however there may be one thing that could make the trade a little more interesting!

Should Celtics fans be afraid of the Denver Nuggets?

March 08, 2024 20:08 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

Hour 1. Should fans be afraid of the Nuggets? Mego is starting to be concerned about the Denver Nuggets following last night’s loss. The Patriots are bringing back tight end Hunter Henry.

Did Linus Ullmark nix a trade?

March 08, 2024 19:54 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MB

Jones and Mego discuss the reports that the Bruins tried to trade Linus Ullmark and that the Bruins goalie said no to the deal.

Should Joe Mazzulla be getting more blame?

March 08, 2024 19:47 - 4 minutes - 4.26 MB

Did Jaylen Brown throw Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla under the bus following last night’s loss in Denver?

Is Jayson Tatum not a clutch player?

March 08, 2024 19:33 - 6 minutes - 5.73 MB

After another bad performance last night, Mego looks at some of Jayson Tatum’s late game struggles!

Mego is afraid of the Denver Nuggets!

March 08, 2024 19:18 - 8 minutes - 8.24 MB

Jones & Mego debate whether the Celtics should be worried about the Denver Nuggets following last night’s loss

Jones and Mego with Arcand - Full show 3/7/14

March 07, 2024 23:15 - 2 hours - 160 MB

Full show from March 7th, 2024

Patriots reportedly sign ex-Steelers starting tackle Chukwuma Okorafor

March 07, 2024 23:08 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

Hour 4 - In the final hour of the show, Jones, Mego, and Arcand react to the news that the Patriots have signed a new starting right tackle. What will this mean for Mike Onwenu? Also in this hour is Megsplaining with Mego and Bet Roulette!

Bet Roulette! Celtics vs Nuggets

March 07, 2024 23:04 - 8 minutes - 7.72 MB

SEGMENT - In today's edition of Bet Roulette, Jones, Mego, and Arcand place bets on the Celtics game which is tonight vs the Nuggets in Denver.

Megsplaining: Frostbite in Buffalo!

March 07, 2024 22:58 - 10 minutes - 9.21 MB

SEGMENT - In today's edition of Megsplaining, Mego breaks down a recent news story about frostbite patients in Buffalo. Many fans at the Chiefs vs Buffalo game suffered frostbite related injuries and are requiring amputations.

Could a rookie QB function in this Patriots offense?

March 07, 2024 22:09 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MB

Hour 3 - In the third hour of the show, Jones, Mego, and Arcand continue to discuss the potential options for the Patriots next quarterback. Drake Maye vs Bo Nix, can the Patriots even acquire an elite QB with their current draft pick? Also in this hour is Triple Play!

Are the Patriots just outside the line of drafting an elite QB?

March 07, 2024 21:20 - 9 minutes - 8.48 MB

SEGMENT - With the third pick in the upcoming NFL draft, can the Patriots still get an elite QB? Or will they have to settle for something less. Is drafting a quarterback just to sit them for a year a bad idea? And is the Patriots offense capable of surrounding a rookie QB?

Who is the Patriots best option? J.J. McCarthy, Drake Maye, or Russell Wilson?

March 07, 2024 21:08 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MB

Hour 2 - In the second hour of the show, Jones, Mego, and Arcand continue to discuss the Patriots options for quarterback. Should the Patriots be comfortable taking a QB at the third pick if they plan to sit them for their first year? Also in this hour, Tom E. Curran joins the show to give his opinion on the matter.

Tom E. Curran joins the Jones and Mego show

March 07, 2024 20:53 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB

SEGMENT - Tom E. Curran joins the show and gives his opinions on Drake Maye. There is a lot more "projecting" that the Patriots need to do with a player like Drake Maye. Curran also has some trivia for Jones and Mego.

Should Patriots draft Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy?

March 07, 2024 20:26 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

SEGMENT - Chris Simms has recently praised quarterback prospect J.J. McCarthy putting him at the third best option in the upcoming draft.

Who is the best quarterback option for the Patriots?

March 07, 2024 20:10 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

Hour 1 - In the first hour of the show, Jones, Mego, and Arcand break down a recent analysis of upcoming NFL draft prospects from former QB, Chris Simms. Should the Patriots take Drake Maye if he's available at 3? Or should they consider someone like Bo Nix?

Is Chris Simms correct in who the best draft prospects are this year?

March 07, 2024 19:41 - 10 minutes - 9.47 MB

SEGMENT - Former football player, Chris Simms, has recently spoken out about who his top picks are for this years draft class. Jones, Mego, and Arcand look back at his pick history to see if he is historically accurate in his analysis. Is Drake Maye a good pick at 3?

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