Jones & Mego
6,984 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 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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Mac Jones Has the Opportunity To Be the Patriots MVP This Season | '6 Rings & Football Things'
July 17, 2023 14:41 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBFrom '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): As part of his "Sunday 7" for WEEI.com, Andy Hart gives his way-too-early, too-optimistic Patriots’ 2023 postseason award predictions. Hart and Jon Lysons take a look at the list and discuss why Mac Jones has the opportunity to be the Patriots' MVP this season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoi...
Putting Justin Turner at second base doesn't seem like an Alex Cora move
July 14, 2023 22:06 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBHOUR 4 - ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski gives an update on extension talks between the Celtics and Jaylen Brown, Plus, was it really Alex Cora's choice to start Justin Turner at second base and not have Kike Hernandez in the lineup? And, what could the Red Sox clubhouse look like if Kike gets designated for assignment?
Justin Turner playing second base might mean the end for Kike Hernandez
July 14, 2023 21:17 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBHOUR 3 - The Red Sox return to action after the All Star break and the lineup sees Justin Turner playing second base. The crew wonders if there's anything deeper that Alex Cora is doing and if Kike Hernandez's time in Boston is ending soon. Also, with Aaron Rodgers' comments about his new team being on Hard Knocks, could any tension within the Jets benefit the Pats? And, today's Meg'splaining circles around country music.
Is Rhamondre Stevenson driving away Dalvin Cook from the Patriots?
July 14, 2023 20:35 - 7 minutes - 6.66 MBSEGMENT - Most experts have high expectations for Rhamondre Stevenson as the Patriots' lead running back. Does this mean the Pats are out on Dalvin Cook?
It might be time to start feeling uneasy about no supermax for Jaylen Brown
July 14, 2023 20:20 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBHOUR 2 - As Jaylen Brown and the Celtics pause negotiations for a supermax extension, what is the level of concern that the supermax won't be coming anytime soon? Also, why Patrice Bergeron owes it to the Bruins to make a decision about retirement soon? And, its fill in the blank Friday on today's Triple Play.
Something seems off within the Celtics
July 14, 2023 19:58 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBSEGMENT - There may be deeper issues within the Celtics if Jaylen Brown still hasn't signed his supermax extension.
Should we be concerned that Jaylen Brown is heading on vacation still without a supermax?
July 14, 2023 19:40 - 6 minutes - 6.03 MBSEGMENT - Jaylen Brown remains without a supermax extension as he heads on a European vacation. The level of concern with negotiations pausing between him and the Celtics.
Is this Red Sox team a team worth investing in?
July 14, 2023 19:29 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBHOUR 1 - Jones and Mego return from playing pickleball at Fenway to discuss with Arcand the approach Chaim Bloom will take approaching the trade deadline and if Chaim Bloom should be a buyer for this Red Sox team. Also, is it worth it for Bloom to invest and go after the playoffs? And, bet roulette featuring the Wimbledon finals and the Scottish Open.
Does Chaim Bloom want the Red Sox to struggle for the rest of the season?
July 14, 2023 19:14 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBSEGMENT - Chaim Bloom wants to see how the Red Sox do returning from the All Star break before deciding what to do at the trade deadline. The crew discusses if deep down, Bloom doesn't want to see the Red Sox make the playoffs.
No Boston sports figure is influential anymore! What happened!
July 13, 2023 22:23 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBSEGMENT - Sports Illustrated released their top 50 most influential athletes! Out of the 50 only one was related to Boston. Charlie Baker. General takeaway, Boston Sports are not as influential as they used to be. What happened!?!?
Mike Kadlick of WEEI.com joins the show and shares his thoughts on Hopkins coming to NE!
July 13, 2023 22:22 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBSEGMENT - Mike Kadlick of WEEI.com joins Jones and Mego! He shares his thoughts on the DeAndre Hopkins situation! He also says this Pats team is a playoff team and will for sure win more games than the predicted 7 ½ wins.
What is going to happen first, Bergeron's decision to return or Jaylens extension?
July 13, 2023 22:21 - 21 minutes - 20 MBSEGMENT - The crew is very concerned about the Jaylen Brown situation! Why has there been absolutely zero progress? Is this hold up because of the team or because Jaylen does not want to be a Celtic anymore?
Does Jaylen Brown even want to be in Boston?
July 13, 2023 22:20 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBSEGMENT - We are now two weeks into July and still we do not have a Jaylen Brown contract! Why has he not been extended! Could it be possible that Jaylen is the one that is holding this deal up? We want Jaylen here but does Jaylen want to be in Boston?
Is Brad Stevens thinking of splitting up the Jays?
July 13, 2023 22:01 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBHour 4 - What is going on with Jaylen Brown and the Celtics? Jones, Mego, and Arcand are wondering what is with this delay! Could it be that Jaylen doesn’t want to stay in Boston? Does Brad want to give him the money or do we think he is looking to split the Jays? Jones proposes a pledge to the crew. If Hopkins signs somewhere else, the roster is just done. Why will the Patriots not pay D Hop! Pay him! End Game!
Is the dream of getting Ohtani alive? Big Papi’s thoughts!
July 13, 2023 21:07 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBHour 3 - David Ortiz joined the morning show and gave his opinion on the Red Sox potentially landing Shohei Ohtani. Jones wishes that the Red Sox were more in on Ohtani. Is the dream of Ohtani coming to Boston alive? Sports Illustrated recently released their top 50 for most influential in sports! Out of the top 50 only one was from Boston… Charlie Baker. What happened to Boston sports? Jones says the takeaway is that no one in Boston sports is influential! Meg’Splaining!
Mike Kadlick of WEEI.com joins the show! He says the Pats are a playoff team!
July 13, 2023 20:25 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBHour 2 - Jones, Mego and Arcand discuss Bill Belichicks two tight end strategy and agree that its just meh. They agree that this is just not going to work! What is Bill thinking! The Patriots need talent! Are they going to go out and get some? Mike Kadlick of WEEI.com joins the show and gives his thoughts on the D Hop situation! Still thinks there is a chance of Hopkins coming to NE. Mike says the Pats are a playoff team! Triple Play!
Jones feels that the negotiation between the C’s and Jaylen is a lot like JD Davisons shorts!
July 13, 2023 19:18 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBHour 1 - Jones, Mego, and Arcand are super concerned! We are now two weeks into July and we have yet to see a contract for Jaylen Brown! Jones believes it is possible that Jaylen does not want to be in Boston! Is he the one that is holding this all up? Fans want Jaylen, Brad Stevens and management want Jaylen, but does Jaylen want us? What is going to happen first Bergeron decides to return or retire or Jaylen is extended? The Powerball is closing in on one billion dollars! Would you t...
Has Bill Belichick lost all of his power?
July 12, 2023 22:23 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBSEGMENT - It seems as though Bill Belichick could be on the outs this year. His relationship with Kraft seems touchy and Jones asks the question, where does Bill stand with Robert Kraft? How much power does Bill have within the organization?
Will John Henry eventually boss Bloom to go out and get Ohtani?
July 12, 2023 22:22 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBSEGMENT - When it comes down to bringing in Ohtani, who makes the final decision? Is it Chaim Bloom's call or John Henrys? The crew debates whose role it is to bring in this once in a lifetime player. Will Henry boss Bloom to go get him?
Was Kenley Jansen recruiting Ohtani?
July 12, 2023 22:21 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBSEGMENT - Red Sox closer and only All Star Kenley Jansen was spotted “talking shop” to Ohtani last night! Do the Red Sox have a chance of landing Ohtani? We need this star power! This week was a slap in the face for the Red Sox!
How would you grade the Bruins offseason?
July 12, 2023 22:20 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBSEGMENT - ESPN recently came out with their grades for NHL teams off-season's! The Bruins received a B. The crew agrees this is just absurd. How would you grade the Bruins offseason so far?
Jones wants the Red Sox to feed the monster! Go get Ohtani!
July 12, 2023 22:01 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBHour 4 - Bruce Cassidy is laughing at the Bruins right now as he trots the Cape with the Stanley Cup! Jones says that in retrospect the Bruins needed Cassidy more than Krejci! However Cassidy did lose the locker room! Could it be possible that the Red Sox are going to try and get the most interesting player in the sport, Shotai Ohtani? Jones really wants ownership to wake up and go get more star power! The team is so boring, doing something interesting! End Game!
Should we be concerned about the Patriots lack of talent?
July 12, 2023 21:08 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBHour 3 - Jones, Mego, and Arcand wonder if the Patriots have enough talent? Jones is not confident in this roster! The Patriots are predicted to only win around 7 games? Why? Because they have no talent! Are you concerned? To the crew it seems like Bill Belichick is on thin ice with Robert Kraft while Mac Jones is his new best buddy. Where does Bill stand with Kraft? Has Bill lost all his power within the organization? Meg’Splaining!
Hopefully this week was a wake up call for the Sox! The Sox lack stars!
July 12, 2023 20:11 - 42 minutes - 39 MBHour 2 - At last night's MLB All Star game Red Sox closer Kenley Jansen was spotted “talking shop.” Is this a sign that Jansen is trying to recruit Ohtani to Boston? Do the Red Sox have a chance at landing Ohtani? How can the Red Sox become interesting again? By bringing in star power! Does ownership even care about having some stars? This week should be a slap in the face for the Sox! How do they only have one all star? Triple Play!
Jones would blame Bergeron for running the B’s into the ground!
July 12, 2023 19:08 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBHour 1 - Jones, Mego, and Arcand discuss an interview coming from the Greg Hill show this morning with former Bruins head coach Bruce Cassidy. Cassidy absolutely won the war as he stepped away with a Stanley Cup! The crew agrees that he does not need to toot his horn because at the end of the day he is the winner. ESPN came out with their grades for NHL teams' offseason moves so far and gave the B’s a B. This is super generous! Arcand gives them a D+! Do the Celtics need Dame? What woul...
Is Jaylen Brown, Tatum’s sidekick or equal?
July 11, 2023 22:23 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBSEGMENT - Another day goes by and still no Jaylen Brown contract! What is going on, why is there no contract? Is it reasonable for Brown to ask for the player option? Jones thinks that the Celtics just do not want to give him the money!
Is Mac Jones the future of the Pats?
July 11, 2023 22:22 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBSEGMENT - Jones, Mego, and Arcand discuss the Bill Belichick and Mac Jones relationship and who Kraft should choose? Mego says Kraft should side with Bill as Bill has won championships! Arcand says he should back Mac as he is the future and Belichick is 71! Who should Kraft side with?
Has the city of Boston given up on trying to win championships?
July 11, 2023 22:21 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBSEGMENT - Jones wants the Red Sox to be buyers! Why are they not buying to improve this team? Has the city of Boston given up on trying to win championships? Jones feels like the teams in this city do not want to go all out for a title!
What needs to be saved more, the dunk contest or the home run derby?
July 11, 2023 22:20 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBSEGMENT - MLB’s All Star break is going on right now with the Home Run Derby happening last night. The crew agrees that the Home Run Derby was just awful! Jones asks the question: what event needs to be saved more, the dunk contest or the home run derby? How have sports ruined such great events?
What would you rather see, Mac with Jerod Mayo or Belichick with another QB?
July 11, 2023 22:01 - 42 minutes - 39 MBHour 4 - The Home Run Derby went down last night and good lord was it a boring event! Where are the stars? Jones says the Home Run Derby is ruined. There needs to be some changes! The crew discusses the Belichick and Mac situation! Robert Kraft has made it clear that he wants the team to make the playoffs this year! This puts Bill on the hot seat! Should Kraft be siding with Mac or Bill? End Game!
Should the Celtics try to get Dame?
July 11, 2023 21:08 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBHour 3 - Jones, Mego, and Arcand are wondering where Jaylen Brown's contract is?? Jones is blaming the Celtics for this delay! Is it because the Celtics do not want to give him the money? Jones thinks that Brown asking for the player option is totally reasonable! Damian Lillard discussion! The Celtics seem to be checking in on Lillard. Would he come to Boston? How would Dame fit into this Celtics team? The big question: if Dame comes to Boston who would be the 1 and who would be the 2 be...
Who should Kraft side with, Mac Jones or Bill Belichick?
July 11, 2023 20:08 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBHour 2 - Jones, Mego, and Arcand question if the Kraft's look more fondly on Mac than they do Belichick? It seems like Bill is not on great terms with the Kraft's anymore. If it comes down to it, who would Kraft side with, Mac or Belichick? Mego believes that Kraft should be siding with Bill, he has won championships! Jones agrees! Arcand thinks that he should side with Mac because he is the future! Who would you side with? What is going on with D Hop? Are the Patriots going to be the ...
Jones would give up the entire farm team for Ohtani! Would you?
July 11, 2023 19:13 - 43 minutes - 40 MBHour 1 - The MLB All Star Break is upon us with the Home Run Derby being concluded last night. The crew agrees that it was so boring! What happened to the Home Run Derby? Jones notes that the event lacks star power! What event needs to be saved more, the dunk contest or the home run derby? How have sports ruined such great events? Jones feels as though the sports teams in Boston have given up on trying to win championships! Why will these teams not go all in for titles? Should the Red ...
Jones cried out tears of happiness when Smart was traded!
July 10, 2023 22:23 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MBSEGMENT - Marcus Smart was recently traded to the Memphis Grizzlies and according to sources and press conferences is still emotional about what happened. Are Celtics fans still upset by this trade? Jones and Mego are both done with the goodbyes, it was time for Smart to go!
Is Bill Belichick the greatest loser of all time?
July 10, 2023 22:22 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBSEGMENT - Bill Belichick is only 19 wins from the all time wins record from a coach! But did you know that he is just shy of the all time losing record! He is closer to the loss record than the win record! Is he the greatest loser of all time?
Did the Patriots miss their opportunity to get Hopkins?
July 10, 2023 22:21 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBSEGMENT - DeAndre Hopkins update! Have the Patriots missed their opportunity to get D Hop? Other teams seem to be pursuing him and Jones feels like the Pats are out of contention to get him! Why are they not being aggressive to sign Hopkins?
Are the Red Sox worth investing in?
July 10, 2023 22:20 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBSEGMENT - The Red Sox have swept the As this weekend which leads Jones to ask the question, have the Sox reeled you in? Jones and Mego are both reeled in and they think it's time to be making moves! Let's go out and get some pieces and make a push for a playoff spot!
Did Robert Kraft make a mistake by keeping Belichick?
July 10, 2023 22:02 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MBHour 4 - The Red Sox are hot! Jones thinks they should be adding to this roster! They are two games out of a playoff spot and 4th place! Is this team worth investing in? Belichick is closing in on a record… but it is not the record you think. Kraft should have moved on from Belichick! He is going to set the losing record before the wins record! What is going on with Jaylen Brown? Jones blames the team for this delay. It is apparent that they do not want to pay him the entire supermax! ...
Where is Jaylen Browns contract?
July 10, 2023 21:11 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBHour 3 - Jones and Mego question what is going on with Jaylen Brown and the Celtics. Where is Jaylens contract? What is the delay for management to offer Jaylen? Do not tell Jones that there is not something fishy going on! Something is happening because if not the deal would be done! Who are we to blame? Jaylen? Brad? Or ownership? Marcus Smart is still very emotional about the trade! Jones was so happy about it he shedded tears! Meg’Splaining!
What will Belichick get first, the wins record or the losses record?
July 10, 2023 20:08 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBHour 2 - Jones and Mego discuss the DeAndre Hopkins updates and it seems as if D Hop will not be landing in New England! Jones is losing hope as it looks like the Pats have missed their opportunity! Other teams are starting to make better offers. Why have the Pats not been more aggressive in signing D Hop? Jones brings up a wild stat that went unnoticed! Bill Belichick might hit a record soon! But it is not the most wins of all time, it is the most losses… How did we not know he is this c...
Mego does not trust Chaim Bloom and his front office!
July 10, 2023 19:07 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBHour 1 - The Red Sox have won 8 out of their last 9 games and 5 straight! Jones and Mego throw the question around, are the Sox starting to reel you in? They have definitely grabbed Jones’s attention as he pleads for them to make some moves! Let's go get some pieces and make a push for the playoffs! Jones notes that the Red Sox have no interesting players! They are boring, add to this team and strike while the iron is hot! What is the Bruins plan? Should we be trusting Sweeney?
Is the Patriots defense overrated?
July 07, 2023 22:23 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBSEGMENT - Tom E Curran from NBC Sports Boston joined yesterday and asked the question: is the Patriots defense overrated? When you dig in deeper and really look at the Pats defense they just are not that great! Should we trust their defense? Mego says yes until we are proven wrong!
Would you rather… Tom Brady and Kim K or Mac Jones and Brady?
July 07, 2023 22:22 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBSEGMENT - Tom Brady has recently been spotted cozying up to Kim K! But also seen hanging around with Mac Jones! As Patriots fans, are we more interested in Brady and Kim or Brady and Mac?
Why has Jaylen Brown not been extended by the C’s yet?
July 07, 2023 22:21 - 20 minutes - 19 MBSEGMENT - What are the Celtics doing right now! They have not yet extended Jaylen Brown leaning Jones to believe that they are up to something! The crew agrees that the Celtics either offer him the supermax or they don’t!
Bergy back to the B’s? Lillard to the C’s? D Hop to the Pats? Or Sox to be buyers? What do you want?
July 07, 2023 22:20 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBSEGMENT - Jones asks the question, as Boston sports fans, what would you rather have… For the Bruins to bring back Bergeron? The Patriots to sign Hopkins? The Celtics to trade for Lillard? Or for the Sox to be buyers before the deadline? The crew is split on this question!
How broken is this Red Sox team?
July 07, 2023 22:11 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBHour 4 - How would fans rate the Bruins this offseason? Jones and Mego absolutely hate what management is doing with this team! Do we think Bergy is coming back? Boston fans, what would you rather have? The Bruins bringing back Bergy? The Pats signing Hopkins? The Celtics trading for Lillard? Or the Sox being buyers? Jones thinks the Red Sox are an absolute mess. They have some hot weeks but in the end they are garbage! he still wants them to be buyers though! End Game!
Are fans more interested in Tom Brady and Kim K or the upcoming Pats season?
July 07, 2023 21:11 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBHour 3 - Jones and Mego discuss the recent sightings of Tom Brady cozying up with Kim K and also Brady hanging around Mac Jones! As Patriots fans, are we more invested in Brady and Kim or Mac and Brady? Jones is much more interested in who Brady dates rather than the Patriots season! The crew dives in on the Patriots defense and they discuss whether or not this defense is overrated. Should we be trusting the Pats defense? Mego says we should trust them until we are proven wrong! Meg’Spl...
Jones believes Tatum isn't capable of being a leader!
July 07, 2023 20:08 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBHour 2 - Jones and Mego discuss what is going on with Jaylen Brown and the Celtics. It seems like the Celtics do not want to pay Jaylen the entire supermax! Are the Celtics not extending him because Dame could come to Boston? Has Dame changed his opinion about Boston? How does Dame fit into this Celtics team? The crew questions whether or not Jayson Tatum is a true number one option? Is Tatum special and can he be that guy? Jones notes that he most definitely is not a leader! Triple Play!
Jones wants Lillard! Mego wants Hopkins! What would Boston fans rather have?
July 07, 2023 19:06 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBHour 1 - Jones brings up a very intriguing question being what would Boston sports fans rather have… The Patriots to sign Hopkins? For the Bruins to bring back Bergeron? The Celtics to trade for Lillard? Or for the Red Sox to be buyers? The crew is split as Jones wants Lillard! Mego wants Hopkins! And Ryan says the Red Sox need to be buyers! What would you rather have? Bet Roulette!
Tom E. Curran thinks that the Patriots are not in on Dalvin Cook!
July 06, 2023 22:23 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBSEGMENT - NBC Sports Boston Tom E Curran joins Jones and Mego! The crew discusses his thoughts on DeAndre Hopkins and if the Pats are close to acquiring him. Curran believes that Dalvin Cook is not realistic and the Pats will not land him!