Jones & Mego
6,984 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 hours ago - ★★★ - 243 ratingsAdam 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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Are the Celtics the team to beat this season?
July 26, 2023 20:38 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBHour 2 - Jones asks if everything is good between the Celtics and Jaylen Brown? Jones thinks that if Porzingis and Tatum fit better in the two man game then Jaylen could potentially be gone after this season! What do you think? Do we think that the Celtics will win the championship this year? How confident are we in this roster? Do they have enough to win? Are they the team to beat and can they handle all the pressure? Triple Play!
Jones says that Marchand is a better Bruin than Bergeron! Would you agree?
July 26, 2023 19:14 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBHour 1 - Jones and Arcand discuss Patrice Bergeron's recent retirement from professional hockey. Jones asks if Bergeron sits among the Boston sports greats like Ortiz and Brady? Does he deserve the same amount of praise that those two got? Jones says that Bergeron should be sorry for not winning more! He could argue that Marchand isa better Bruin than Bergeron? Is this a crazy thing to say or was Marchand the better Bruin? What's next for Bergy? Coaching? Scouting? We have been saying t...
Bill Belichick says “Most players play football during football season.” Do you agree?
July 25, 2023 22:23 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBSEGMENT - The Patriots are filled with so many disgruntled players right now! The crew notes how the Pats are not on great footing at the moment. Lawrence Guy for example is back for training camp but he missed OTAs and minicamp so what will happen?
Sports Illustrated, Chris Mannix shares his thoughts on the new Jaylen Brown contract!
July 25, 2023 22:22 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBSports Illustrated, Chris Mannix shares his thoughts on the new Jaylen Brown contract! SEGMENT 3 - Chris Mannix from Sports Illustrated joins the show and shares his thoughts on the Celtics extending Jaylen Brown. This is now the largest contract in NBA history! How is the relationship between the C’s and Jaylen?
Would you consider Patrice Bergeron one of the greatest Bruins ever?
July 25, 2023 22:21 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBSEGMENT - Jones notes that Bergeron and the Bruins should have won more than they did while he played in Boston! How does he have no regrets? Would you consider Bergy and all time Bruins great?
NESN’s Andrew Raycroft joins the show!
July 25, 2023 22:00 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBHour 4 - Did the Celtics over pay for Jaylen Brown? Jones and Arcand believe they absolutely did! NESNs Andrew Raycroft joins the show to share his thoughts on the current state of the Bruins and all of the news on the Bergeron retirement! He says it was a very sad day for the B’s and fans! Jones notes that just because Bergeron is retiring doesn’t mean that the B’s should be flat footed! Have they done enough this offseason? End Game!
BREAKING NEWS! Red Sox utility player, Kike Hernandez has been traded to the Dodgers!
July 25, 2023 21:08 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBHour 3 - Are Bill Belichick and Mac Jones working out? It seems like they might not be getting along very well? Can they have success this season? Breaking news! Red Sox utility player Kike Hernandez has been traded to the LA Dodgers! Are we fine with the Sox moving on from him? The Sox look like they are selling right now! We want them to be buyers! Arcand’Splaining!
Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated joins the show!
July 25, 2023 20:14 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBHour 2 - Jaylen Brown has been extended by the Celtics to the biggest contract in NBA history! Is Jaylen worth the contract? He is now the highest paid player in the league! Sports Illustrated, Chris Mannix joins the show to weigh in on the Jaylen Brown contract! How is the relationship between the Celtics and Jaylen? Triple Play!
Bruins captain Patrice Bergeron announces his retirement today! How do fans feel about it?
July 25, 2023 19:10 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBHour 1 - Bruins Captain Patrice Bergeron announced his retirement from professional hockey earlier today! Will the Bruins be fine without their veteran captain? Jones thinks that the organization will be in a better spot without him and that this was overdue! What is next for the B’s? How can Bergeron say he had no regrets? Jones notes that he should regret not winning more! Would you consider him an all time Bruins great? Jones is hesitant to call him an all time great! How do you feel ...
Could Mac Jones play his way into an extension this season? One NFL insider believes so..
July 24, 2023 22:23 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBSEGMENT- The general consensus around Pats Nation is that the offense should drastically improve this season. But will it improve enough for Mac Jones to possibly play his way into a contract extension? One NFL insider believes so.
Is the "Patriot way" unraveling?
July 24, 2023 22:22 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBSEGMENT- It would be tough to argue that the Patriots weren't one of the worst coached, most undisciplined teams a season ago. The mistakes that used to be "Uncharacteristic" are now the norm. Is this all showing that the "Patriot way" is unraveling?
What is the biggest question facing the Patriots offense this season?
July 24, 2023 22:22 - 7 minutes - 7.27 MBSEGMENT- Though there is optimism the Patriots' offense will improve this season (It would be hard for it not to), there is still plenty of questions facing this unit. What is the biggest question facing the Patriots offense this season? Jones and Arcand discuss.
Have Triston Casas & Jarren Duran established themselves as building blocks for the Red Sox?
July 24, 2023 22:20 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBSEGMENT- The tone surrounding Triston Casas and Jarren Duran has changed drastically from what it was earlier in the season. The emergence of Casas and Duran has been one of the biggest bright spots in the Red Sox season. Is it safe to say Casas and Duran have established themselves as building blocks for the Red Sox?
It would be malpractice for the Red Sox to sell pitching at the deadline
July 24, 2023 22:01 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBHour 4- With the MLB trade deadline just one week away, Chaim Bloom has a big decision to make… What direction is he going to bring this team? Given the current makeup of the pitching staff, Jones and Arcand believe it would be malpractice for the Red Sox to sell pitching at the deadline Do the front office owe it to their roster to be buyers? How has Chaim Bloom done at past trade deadlines? End Game!
Matthew Judon committed to Boston, will Jaylen Brown?
July 24, 2023 21:04 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBHour 3- The general consensus around Pats Nation is that the offense should drastically improve this season. But will it improve enough for Mac Jones to possibly play his way into a contract extension? One NFL insider believes so. Matthew Judon committed to Boston, will Jaylen Brown? The holdup between Brown and the Celtics is getting very suspicious… What’s going on? Will Brown ever embrace his role and the city of Boston? Arcand ’Splaining a monumental day in social media history.
One big question the Patriots face heading into camp Wednesday
July 24, 2023 20:12 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBHour 2- Football is back Foxborough. The Patriots will take to the practice fields on Wednesday as they kick off Training Camp 2023. What is the biggest question facing the Patriots offense this season? Jones and Arcand discuss. DeAndre Hopkins was officially introduced as a Tennessee Titan today. Did he take a shot at Bill Belichick during his presser? Today’s Triple Play- Buy or Sell Monday.
Who should be considered untouchable in a trade for the Red Sox?
July 24, 2023 19:06 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBHour 1- The MLB trade deadline is now just 1 week away. Who should be considered untouchable in a trade for the Red Sox, and Have Triston Casas & Jarren Duran established themselves as building blocks for the Red Sox? Jones and Arcand discuss. Are you buying into the Red Sox as a team that can really make a push for a Wild Card spot, and how much of that depends on what Chaim Bloom does at the deadline? Is soccer in the United States finally taking off?
Jones would get rid of Bill Belichick over Mac Jones
July 21, 2023 22:08 - 44 minutes - 41 MBHOUR 4 - Jones and Arcand look more at Jaylen Brown's comments from his charity event in Dorchester and if that means a supermax extension won't be coming anytime soon. Also, fan support may lean towards Mac Jones over Bill Belichick, but who may leave the Patriots first?
Fantasizing Red Sox trades since it sounds like none will be made
July 21, 2023 21:17 - 41 minutes - 38 MBHOUR 3 - Jones looks at Max Scherzer and wants the Red Sox to be in on a trade for the Mets' starter, but doesn't expect any moves to happen. Also, Jones doesn't see a bright future for the future of Boston sports after an updated list of top 20 Boston athletes under 25. And, with no Mego, Christian fills in with Arcand'Splaining.
Jones wants the Red Sox to go after Max Scherzer
July 21, 2023 20:36 - 8 minutes - 8.12 MBSEGMENT - Adam doesn't believe it will happen, but he wants to see the Red Sox be interested in acquiring Max Scherzer at the trade deadline.
Would you trade Bill Belichick for draft picks?
July 21, 2023 20:27 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBHOUR 2 - Jones and Arcand talk about Bill Belichick and if his time in New England could end in a trade instead of him walking away. Also, what are fans thinking about Belichick and the decisions he has made? And, the guys role play some Boston figures in today's Triple Play.
Jones and Arcand role play on today's Triple Play
July 21, 2023 20:20 - 6 minutes - 5.94 MBSEGMENT - Adam and Christian channel their inner role playing for today's Fill in the Blank Friday on their daily Triple Play.
Jones would absolutely trade Bill Belichick
July 21, 2023 19:33 - 6 minutes - 5.92 MBSEGMENT - On top of the debate from the Greg Hill Show, Jones wouldn't think twice about the possibility of trading Bill Belichick and even argues that his value has decreased.
Jaylen Brown is back from Spain; now its time he gets his supermax
July 21, 2023 19:17 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBHOUR 1 - Jones and Arcand are live from Fenway reacting to Jaylen Brown's comments since his return from Europe and why he doesn't sound too optimistic about his future. Also, Grant Williams seemingly takes shots at his former teammates and head coach Joe Mazzulla. And, Bet Roulette previewing Red Sox and Mets and the British Open.
Grant Williams confirms what most thought about last year's Celtics
July 21, 2023 18:56 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBSEGMENT - Former Celtic Grant Williams spoke about his altercation with Jimmy Butler and the difference between Joe Mazzulla and Ime Udoka. His comments seem to confirm what most believed about the Celtics last year regarding grit and trust.
Will Jaylen Brown be in a Celtics uniform this season?
July 20, 2023 22:23 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBSEGMENT - Where is Jaylen Brown's contract? It seems like the Celtics and Jaylen are not on the same page! Can we expect Jaylen to not return for this season? It seems like he is done being in Tatum's shadow.
Does Mac Jones have to stress about losing his job?
July 20, 2023 22:22 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MBSEGMENT - How firm of a grip does Mac Jones have on his job? The crew notes that he will have to go out and perform at training camp! It is his job to lose!
The Sox spending is so low! But wait, let's spend a billion to make Fenway corners!
July 20, 2023 22:21 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBSEGMENT - How close are fans and even players to checking out on the Red Sox clubhouse? Jones believes that the Sox need to make a move or else they are going to lose the clubhouse like they did last year!
If the Sox don’t add, what will the rotation even look like?
July 20, 2023 22:20 - 12 minutes - 11 MBSEGMENT - Should we be worried that the Red Sox just lost a series to the worst team in baseball? The Sox need to evaluate and see that if you want to make a push for the last wildcard spot you cannot hang the entire rotation on Bello! Go get another starter!
Is Belichick a top 5 coach these days?
July 20, 2023 22:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MBHour 4 - Bill Belichick just does not get it in 2023! Jones would take a lot of other coaches over Bill nowadays! How many coaches would you take over Bill? Is he a top 5 coach in the league? Jones doesn’t think the Red Sox are going to do anything by the deadline! WHY! Why are they not making moves? If you are not adding at the deadline you are not trying! They are losing fans by not trying! End Game!
Is Jaylen Brown done with being in Tatum's shadow?
July 20, 2023 21:10 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBHour 3 - Brad Stevens is all in on Joe Mazzulla! Jones notes that he has even doubled down on him! How do we feel about Mazzulla running the show? Jones asks the question if the Celtics have the players to play his style of basketball? Don’t you think it is a major problem that the Celtics and Jaylen Brown have not settled on a contract? Does Jaylen even want to be here? Have we noticed that Jaylen and Jayson Tatum never work out together? How do people think that is not a big deal? Is J...
Does Bill Belichick understand how to win in 2023?
July 20, 2023 20:07 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBHour 2 - Does Bill Belichick understand how today's NFL works? He doesn't know that offense is what wins these days! Can we expect him to make changes to his ways? Jones wonders how firm of a grip does Mac have on his job? Is his job safe from Zappe? Mac has to go out to training camp and perform! It is his job to lose! Is he cut out to be the starter? Triple Play!
Will the Sox lose the clubhouse if they don't make a move?
July 20, 2023 19:14 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBHour 1 - Jones, Mego, and Arcand are worried that the Sox just lost a series to the worst team in baseball! As fans we should be irritated! Jones notes that if the Sox want to make a push for the last wildcard spot you cannot rely on Bello. They need some veterans! How close are the Sox to losing the clubhouse? Are people ready to check out on this team? Where are their priorities? Why are the Patriots also not spending? What is their plan?
Can Belichick and Mac Jones save each other; Playoff Lenny is in town?
July 19, 2023 18:56 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBHour 1 - Jones is back and has a lot of catching up to do on everything Patriots. The show circles back to some comments made by Tom E. Curran on the Rich Eisen show about the possible status of Bill Belichick's job security based on how the post Brady era has gone.
Juju says he will be ready to go!
July 18, 2023 22:23 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBSEGMENT - Patriots wide receiver Juju Smith-Schuster says that he will be ready to go for training camp after missing all of mini camp! How much will Juju help Mac? Will he be productive? Now that we are not getting D Hop he is the number one guy. How do we feel about that?
Did O’Brien play a factor in the Hopkins not coming to NE?
July 18, 2023 22:22 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBSEGMENT - Why did the Patriots think they could low ball DeAndre Hopkins like they did? You had enough money to get him so why didn’t you spend it? What other factors played a role in Hopkins not coming to New England?
Will Chaim Bloom do what needs to be done for the Sox to take another step forward?
July 18, 2023 22:21 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBSEGMENT - The Red Sox are the hottest team in the American League and they are for sure on the upswing right now! Bloom must be feeling himself a little bit! Is he going to do what is needed for the team to make a playoff push?
Has Nick Pivetta earned a spot in the pitching rotation?
July 18, 2023 22:20 - 11 minutes - 11 MBSEGMENT - Nick Pivetta put up a stellar performance, throwing a Red Sox record 13 strikeouts out of the bullpen last night. He has been absolutely dominating as of late! Has he earned a spot in the pitching rotation? Or should he stay in the bullpen?
Do we think the Red Sox will invest at the deadline?
July 18, 2023 21:59 - 41 minutes - 38 MBHour 4 - The Red Sox continue to stay red hot with a stellar performance last night coming from Nick Pivetta! Has Pivetta made a case for coming out of the bull pen and returning to the starting rotation? Mego says leave him where he is comfortable! In the pen! What do the Red Sox need more, a starting pitcher or a shortstop? Arcand would like to see the Sox get a pitcher! Are the Sox even going to invest at the deadline? End Game!
Juju is our #1 wide receiver! How do we feel about that?
July 18, 2023 21:07 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBHour 3 - Arcand and Mego wonder what Mac and Bill's relationship is going to be like after the Pats missed out on D Hop? How is Mac going to react? Will the Pats bring in some star power for Mac to work with? Juju Smith-Schuster said that he will be ready to go for training camp after missing all of mini camp! Will Juju be able to help Mac? Will he be productive? Now that the Pats are not getting D Hop having Juju as the number one WR do we think that the offense can succeed? Meg’Splaini...
Outside of Matthew Judon, do the Patriots have any elite players?
July 18, 2023 20:06 - 41 minutes - 38 MBHour 2 - Arcand and Mego go through the Patriots division and compare the Pats offense to other teams! Compared to the other teams the Patriots are not looking good, in fact quite awful! Outside of Judon on the team are there any elite players? Why was the Patriots offer to Hopkins so low? They had the money to give to him so why did they not spend it! Was O’Brien a factor in Hopkins not coming to New England? Triple Play!
Could the Red Sox make a push for the wildcard spot soon?
July 18, 2023 19:09 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBHour 1 - The Red Sox are absolutely rolling over their last few games with a stellar performance coming from Nick Pivetta! Has he earned a spot in the pitching rotation? Arcand and Mego ask when we should hop on the bandwagon? Chaim Bloom must be feeling himself with the Sox recent success! They are the hottest team in the AL and the crew wonders if Bloom is going to do what needs to be done for the Sox to make a playoff push? They are so close! New Fenway plaza was approved! Are you ex...
How close are the Sox from potentially snagging a playoff spot?
July 17, 2023 22:23 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBSEGMENT - The Red Sox are rolling right now! Arcand asks the question: should we be believing in this team and hoping on the bandwagon? It seems like the team is just a piece or two away from a playoff spot…
The Pats had the money to pay D Hop. Why didn’t they spend it?
July 17, 2023 22:22 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBSEGMENT - All the Patriots had to do was make the biggest offer and DeAndre Hopkins would be on the Patriots! Why did they not give him the money? He would have helped this offense so much! No doubt!
Do the Patriots have to be in a championship window for them to sign D Hop?
July 17, 2023 22:21 - 19 minutes - 18 MBSEGMENT - Hopkins was sitting there for the taking! What were the Pats thinking? Mego is worried that the Patriots are just arrogant! Are the Patriots arrogant and cheap?
What was the Patriots excuse for not signing D Hop?
July 17, 2023 22:20 - 13 minutes - 12 MBSEGMENT - The Tennessee Titans will outbid everyone and land DeAndre Hopkins on a 2 year 26 million dollar deal. Arcand is absolutely disgusted with the Pats for losing out on Hopkins. What is their excuse for not signing Hopkins? Is it just money?
Would getting Hopkins have brought excitement back to Gillette?
July 17, 2023 22:02 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBHour 4 - The Patriots had to do one thing, offer enough cash and boom you land D Hop! Oh and the Pats have plenty of cash! It is just sitting there waiting to be spent. Why did they not spend the money on D Hop? D Hop would have brought something exciting to New England! Mego says not to be in on Hopkins is a really bad decision. It might lead to fans detaching this year… End Game!
Mego is going to flip out if the Sox do not buy!
July 17, 2023 21:06 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBHour 3 - Arcand and Mego discuss the recent red hot streak that the Red Sox are on! Is it time to hop on the bandwagon and believe in this team? The team needs to buy! Seems like they are just a piece or two away from a playoff spot! Arcand thinks that the Sox should be worried about their pitching rotation! They need to improve this rotation! It is time to get someone! Someone that will get the fans excited! Meg’Splaining!
Should we blame Belichick or Kraft for missing out on Hopkins?
July 17, 2023 20:08 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBHour 2 - Arcand and Mego discuss how the Patriots have missed out on DeAndre Hopkins and wonder why the Pats did not spend the money on Hopkins? They have the money to do so…so what are they going to do with all that money just sitting there? All the Pats had to do was make the best offer and D Hop was on the team. They didn't. Whyyyyy? He would have been such a good addition! Does missing out on Hopkins feel like Bill's fault or Kraft's fault? Triple Play!
Does Bill Belichick think there is an award for not spending money?
July 17, 2023 19:11 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBHour 1 - Breaking news the Titans are expected to land D Hop! What a coincidence, Adam Jones is not here to discuss it! Arcand and Mego are pissed at the Patriots for losing out on Hopkins! Their offense is going to be awful compared to the rest of the division! How are you feeling that Hopkins is not coming to NE? Mego is worried that the Patriots are arrogant and cheap! Hopkins was there for the taking and we just didn't go for him! What is the Pats excuse for not signing D Hop? Why wi...