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Jones & Mego

6,984 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 7 hours ago - ★★★ - 243 ratings

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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BONUS: NFC Playoff Projections | '1st & Pod'

December 30, 2022 14:48 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MB

From '1st & Pod' (subscribe here), Andrew is joined by Zach Gelb of CBS Sports to react to Thursday Night football, Tua's future in Miami, the market for Tom Brady this off season, if Lamar Jackson should play the rest of the year and more! 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/adchoices

Is Mac Jones the Grayson Allen of the NFL?

December 29, 2022 23:10 - 9 minutes - 9.13 MB

Is Mac Jones the Grayson Allen of the NFL?

Tom E. Curran joins, says no QB in the league would be able to play well running this anemic offense

December 29, 2022 23:04 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MB

Tom E. Curran joins, says no QB in the league would be able to play well running this anemic offense

Will Bill wait it out for Josh McDaniels? // Patriots playoff scenarios

December 29, 2022 22:46 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MB

HOUR 3 Will Bill wait it out for Josh McDaniels? // Patriots playoff scenarios Is Mac the Grayson Allen of the NFL?

Arcand and Khari - Tom E. Curran joins, asks: Is there a connection to today's players that Bill seriously lacks? Could this be another reason to get a veteran QB like Carr?

December 29, 2022 22:30 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MB

HOUR 2 Is there a connection to today's players that Bill seriously lacks? Could this be another reason to get a veteran QB like Carr?  Legends from the NFL are calling Mac Jones a dirty player IS MAC REALLY THE GRAYSON ALLEN OF THE NFL?

Arcand and Khari - Who's the worst QB in the NFL?

December 29, 2022 21:38 - 9 minutes - 8.57 MB

Arcand and Khari - Who's the worst QB in the NFL?

Arcand and Khari - Would you give up on Mac and trade for Carr? Would Josh want Mac back? It could make sense…

December 29, 2022 20:51 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MB

HOUR 1 Would you give up on Mac and trade for Carr? Would Josh want Mac back? It could make sense…  You know who does have a good defense? The Patriots… And Derek Carr has made it work with a lack of weapons before…   What if Carr goes to the Jets? Does that make a serious threat to the Bills?  WHO WERE THE WORST QBS IN THE LEAGUE THIS YEAR?

BONUS: Bruins' second-line struggles start with Krejci | 'The Skate Pod'

December 29, 2022 20:24 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MB

From 'The Skate Pod' (subscribe here) - A deeper look into the play of Trent Frederic and Craig Smith as they show how they can help the team. We go through the troubling stats and decline in performance of the "Czech line" as well as possible fixes. 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/adchoices

BONUS: Dan Orlovsky won't quite absolve Mac Jones for his latest performance | '1st & Foxborough'

December 29, 2022 19:47 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB

From '1st & Foxborough' (subscribe here) - Dan Orlovsky has been extremely critical of the Patriots offense this year. But he had some questions about Mac Jones after Saturday's loss to Cincinnati, especially his controversial play on Eli Apple, on "Arcand and Khari." 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/adchoices

Its a tough Miami offense, but the Pats' defense can swim with the 'Fins

December 28, 2022 23:14 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

Hour 4 - Arcand and Khari both agree that the defense has the ability to stop Teddy Bridgewater and the Dolphins' offense. Will they have enough to keep their playoff hopes alive? Plus, should we dive more into Mac Jones' hit on Eli Apple that got him fined? Could this lead to further trouble down the road? And, last call sends an emotional farewell to a legendary brand.

Without question, Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown are the best duo in basketball

December 28, 2022 22:19 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MB

Hour 3 - The Celtics have now won three straight after losing three straight and look like their old selves again. Arcand and Khari talk with Brian Scalabrine about the things to watch for as the season goes along. And does any duo in the NBA come close to Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown? Also, another tough shootout loss for the Bruins, but there's no reason to panic according to Arcand.

Brian Scalabrine is not concerned about Jayson Tatum & Jaylen Brown's workload

December 28, 2022 21:36 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MB

Segment - Celtics' analyst Brian Scalabrine joins Arcand and Khari to talk about the roll the Celtics have been on after their small skid and what are the most important keys as the season enters the new calendar year.

The Red Sox roster is filled with a bunch of short-term plans

December 28, 2022 21:20 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

Hour 2 - Arcand and Khari talk with ESPN's Dan Orlovsky about the problems with the Patriots and if he believes Tua Tagovailoa should continue playing football. Also, with the signing of Corey Kluber, does he move the needle for the Red Sox at all? And, should Manny Ramirez be voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame?

Dan Orlovsky calls the Patriots' offense a disaster

December 28, 2022 20:29 - 11 minutes - 11 MB

Segment - Arcand and Khari are joined by ESPN NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky to talk about the Patriots' continued poor performance on offense, Mac Jones being labeled as a dirty player, and the possible QB carousel in 2023.

No Tua means the Patriots have a chance to beat the Dolphins, right?

December 28, 2022 20:15 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

Hour 1 - Christian Arcand and Khari Thompson start by discussing Dolphins' quarterback Tua Tagovailoa being ruled out with a concussion for Sunday's matchup against the Pats. With this being his third concussion of the season, is it time to talk about the long-term plan or if Tua should continue to play football? Also, with Josh McDaniels and the Raiders benching Derek Carr, does that open the door for Tom Brady to reunite with his former offensive coordinator? And could Mac Jones be an opt...

Ross Tucker joins Arcand and Khari

December 27, 2022 23:31 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MB

SEGMENT- Audacy NFL Insider, and Westwood One color commentator, Ross Tucker joins Christian Arcand and Khari Thompson to discuss Saturday's loss to the Bengals, Tua being in concussion protocol, and the play of Mac Jones.

Andrew Raycroft joins Arcand and Khari

December 27, 2022 23:30 - 7 minutes - 6.7 MB

SEGMENT- Andrew "Razor" Raycroft joins Christian Arcand and Khari Thompson to discuss all things Bruins. Where can the team improve at the deadline, where is the David Pastrnak extension, how can the Bruins avoid slow starts?

Is Bill O'Brien what this Patriots' offense needs?

December 27, 2022 23:10 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MB

Hour 4 - Tom E. Curran told our friends Fitzy and Hart today that Bill O'Brien returning to the Patriots is 'probably going to happen.' Is this what the Patriots' offense needs? Forget about the (Not so) immaculate reception 2.0 by Jakobi Meyers, Mac Jones was solid for the Patriots in the second half. Does his play in the second half give you any boost of confidence? Its almost safe to say that the Patriots whiffed on their 2021 free agency class. Partially their own fault, but what confi...

At what point do the Dolphins have to consider shutting Tua down for the season?

December 27, 2022 22:14 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB

Hour 3-  Tua Tagovailoa suffered his THIRD concussion of the season in Sunday's loss to the Green Bay Packers. There has been plenty of skepticism around Tua's concussions, and specifically how they have been handled by the team. At what point do the Dolphins have to consider shutting Tua down for the season? It's not often you hear a quarterback referred to as a "Dirty Player", but has Mac Jones established that reputation?  Jerrod Mayo said in his press conference today that he still ha...

Is Mac Jones a dirty player?

December 27, 2022 21:10 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MB

Hour 2- We kick off hour number two with Audacy NFL Insider, and Westwood One color commentator Ross Tucker, as he joins Christian Arcand and Khari Thompson to discuss Saturday's loss to the Bengals, Tua being in concussion protocol, and the play of Mac Jones. Kendrick Bourne and Rhamondre Stevenson are the most valuable players on this Patriots' offense. and the Pats need to find a way to use them. With last night's win over Nick Foles and the Colts, the Chargers are headed to the playof...

Should Belichick go outside of his coaching tree for a new offensive coordinator?

December 27, 2022 20:14 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

Hour 1- When appearing on WEEI with Fitzy and Hart, Tom E. Curran said it is surprising that Bill O'Brien's reunion to the Patriots is not in the works or a done deal already... Should Belichick go outside of his coaching tree for a new offensive coordinator? Would you want Bill O’Brien to take over for Belichick eventually? How much does Bill O'Brien change the offense? Andrew "Razor" Raycroft joins the show to talk all things Bruins. 

Patriots' Captain Matthew Slater joins Arcand and Dondero

December 26, 2022 23:16 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

SEGMENT- Patriots' Captain Matthew Slater joins Christian Arcand and Mark Dondero on a Patriots Monday!

Mac Jones joins, defends his low hit on Bengals Eli Apple

December 26, 2022 23:15 - 10 minutes - 9.58 MB

SEGMENT- Patriots' quarterback Mac Jones joins Christian Arcand and Mark Dondero to discuss Saturday's loss to the Bengals, his dirty play on Eli Apple, and his relationship with Kendrick Bourne. 

Tua Tagovailoa is back in the concussion protocol leaving his status for Sunday in doubt

December 26, 2022 23:07 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Hour 4- Tua Tagovailoa is back in the NFL’s concussion protocol, leaving his status for Sunday in doubt. This now turns into a game the Patriots have to win as they get set to take on backup quarterback Teddy Bridgewater. Listen back to our interview with Patriots’ quarterback Mac Jones to kick off the 5 o’clock hour. The Patriots are slowly becoming the teams they used to bully. Last call- Will Police unable to respond due to snow, people are looting Buffalo stores.

The Patriots once again control their own destiny- win out, and they are in the playoffs

December 26, 2022 22:10 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MB

Hour 3- We kick off hour number three with the breaking news in the NFL. The Denver Broncos have fired head coach Nathaniel Hackett after just 15 games. The Broncos had high expectations heading into the season, and it has been a complete and utter disaster. So Pats fans, be happy, things could be worse.  Patriots' Captain Matthew Slater joins the show! With Miami losing to the Packers yesterday, the Patriots once again control their own destiny- win out, and they are in the playoffs.  C...

Ryan Clark calls Mac Jones the 'Grayson Allen of the NFL'

December 26, 2022 21:20 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MB

Hour 2-  We kickoff hour number two with Patriots' quarterback Mac Jones! Mac joins Christian Arcand and Mark Dondero to discuss Saturday's loss to the Bengals, his dirty hit on Eli Apple, and his relationship with Kendrick Bourne.  What did you make of Mac Jones' dirty hit on Eli Apple? Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe believe Mac should be suspended, while Ryan Clark calls Mac Jones the 'Grayson Allen of the NFL'.  How much of a difference would Kendrick Bourne have made had he received ...

Patriots fall just short of a Christmas miracle in 22-18 loss to the Bengals

December 26, 2022 20:35 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

Hour 1- It's Christian Arcand and Mark Dondero on a Patriots Monday on WEEI. After one of the ugliest first halves of football we have seen, the Patriots responded with 18 unanswered points in the second half, only to lose in heartbreaking fashion (again). Arcand, Dondero, and Producer Justin Turpin give their biggest takeaways from the loss.  How bad really was the first half, and at any point did you want to see Bailey Zappe replace Mac Jones? Mac Jones had a dirty play on Bengals' cor...

FANTASY LOOK: Week 16 Takeaways Pt. II | 'Upper Hand Fantasy'

December 26, 2022 16:46 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here), Faraz & Zach recap what we saw in Seahawks vs. Chiefs, Browns vs. Saints, useful games from a trio of Giants wide receivers, T.J. Hockenson's huge day and more. Should you trust Rhamondre in Week 17 if you were lucky enough to advance after his down game? How many Panthers running backs are worth a start? Check out Faraz's full weekly rankings and get more access to answer all of your fantasy football questions on our Patreon page: https://www.pat...

BONUS: Patriots Fall Just Short Of Christmas Miracle | '6 Rings & Football Things'

December 26, 2022 15:29 - 56 minutes - 52 MB

From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): For the second consecutive week, hosts Fitzy and Hart react to a heartbreaking loss for the Patriots as this time the Pats fell to the Bengals 22-18 on Christmas Eve. Despite scoring 18 unanswered second-half points, the Patriots fell just short of a Christmas miracle on Sunday as Rhamondre Stevenson fumbled at the Cincinnati 8-yard line to relinquish any chance of completing the comeback. To learn more about listener data and our privacy ...

The reality of Bill Belichick is he's lost tons of support

December 23, 2022 23:10 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MB

Hour 4 - The old way of doing things for Bill Belichick might not be working for him. Arcand and Dondero debate if Belichick has lost his touch and if he can really stick around to break Don Shula's record. Also, the best bets to make for tomorrow's Bengals-Patriots matchup.

Mac Jones as next season Patriots' QB isn't as certain as it once was

December 23, 2022 22:14 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MB

Hour 3 - Arcand and Dondero continue their discussion about the Celtics trying to break out of their slump. Also, odds show Mac Jones not the favorite to be the Pats quarterback in 2023. Should we believe that and are there any better options if New England decides to move on from Mac?

No concern over the Celtics, but watch out for clutch situations

December 23, 2022 21:30 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MB

Segment - Even though the Celtics have lost three straight at home, no one is worried about these losses. Dondero though is concerned about Jayson Tatum when the game is on the line.

We need to figure out who's more at fault: Mac Jones or Bill Belichick.

December 23, 2022 21:13 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

Hour 2 - Arcand and Dondero are still waiting to see how good Mac Jones really is. Should this season be considered an outlier because of what Bill Belichick set up for him? Also, looking at the Celtics' struggles ahead of tonight's matchup with the Timberwolves.

BONUS: Breaking Down Pats-Bengals With Audacy's Mike Santagata | '1st & Foxborough'

December 23, 2022 20:23 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB

From '1st & Foxborough' (subscribe here): What, if anything, do the Bengals have to worry about when they face the Patriots on Sunday? And could injuries to key Cincinnati defenders provide a sliver of hope for a hopeless Patriots offense? Mike Santagata of 'It's Always Gameday in Cincinnati' joins host Khari Thompson to preview the game. 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...

Is it time to think about sitting Mac Jones for Bailey Zappe?

December 23, 2022 20:22 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

Hour 1 - Arcand and Mark Dondero kick off the last show before Christmas talking about the chaos in Foxborough ahead their matchup with the Bengals. Is it no longer the status quo and is Bailey Zappe about to see some action as Mike Giardi suggests?

FANTASY BONUS: Week 16 Q & A Continued | 'Upper Hand Fantasy'

December 23, 2022 19:51 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here), Faraz & Zach finish out the show with some more listener questions, including: Ranking AJ Dillon, Raheem Mostert and Rachaad White Tua or Fields? Raheem Mostert or Marquise Goodwin in the flex? Some WR sleepers for Week 16 Check out Faraz's full weekly rankings and get more access to answer all of your fantasy football questions on our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/Upperhandfantasy Make sure to check out Underdog's Pick'Ems for every ...

BONUS: 49ers Defense Looks Like the '85 Bears | '1st & Pod'

December 23, 2022 18:24 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MB

From '1st & Pod' (subscribe here), The guys discuss if the Patriots can recover from last week's horrendous loss by beating Cincinnati, if Baltimore fans are worried if Lamar Jackson comes back too late, if the 49ers can hold the rest of their opponents to under 21 points and more! 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/adchoices

BONUS: What's Your Christmas Wish For This Patriots' Offense? | '6 Rings & Football Things'

December 23, 2022 16:51 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MB

From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): 'Tis the season, so in honor of the Christmas spirit, hosts Fitzy and Hart discuss their one Christmas wish for the Pats' offense as they get you set for Patriots vs Bengals. 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/adchoices

Where is your level of concern with the Celtics?

December 22, 2022 23:09 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

Hour 4-  With last night's loss to the Orlando Magic, the Boston Celtics have now lost their last three consecutive games and five of their last six. With the offense in a serious slump, where is your level of concern with the Celtics?  Bruins announce the conclusion of investigation into player-vetting process, launched in wake of Mitchell Miller signing. 

Jayson Tatum says he's unfazed by Celtics fans booing team at home

December 22, 2022 22:33 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MB

Christian Arcand and Nick Fitzy Stevens react to Jayson Tatum saying he's unfazed by Celtics fans booing the team at home.

NFL Guest Mike Petraglia breaks down Patriots-Bengals matchup

December 22, 2022 22:30 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

Guest Mike Petraglia joins Christian Arcand and Khari Thompson to discuss the matchup between the Patriots and the Bengals this Saturday. Is Mac Jones losing the locker room? 

Patriots writer Tom E. Curran joins Arcand and Fitzy

December 22, 2022 22:02 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

Patriots writer Tom E. Curran joins Arcand and Fitzy to talk about who is to blame for the Patriots' recent struggles and loss to Raiders.

Bengals writer Mike Petraglia joins Arcand, Fitzy and Khari

December 22, 2022 21:32 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

Bengals writer Mike Petraglia joins Arcand, Fitzy and Khari

Guest Tom E. Curran says Patriots won't quit on the season

December 22, 2022 21:20 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

Tom E. Curran joins Christian Arcand and Nick Fitzy Stevens to talk about the Patriots fading chances of making the playoffs and who is to blame.

BONUS: Remembering Franco Harris | 'In the Huddle'

December 22, 2022 20:57 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MB

From 'In The Huddle' (subscribe here), Carl, Baldy and Nick Kostos pay their respects to the legend Franco Harris before spinning it forward to the games Nick sees significant betting value on for Week 16 in the NFL. 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/adchoices

Joe Mazzulla has been too hands-off during Celtics losing streak

December 22, 2022 20:20 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB

Christian Arcand and Nick Fitzy Stevens put blame on Celtic's head coach Joe Mazzulla for being too hands-off as a coach during the Celtics stretch of tough losses.

BONUS: Boston Globe's Jim McBride Talks Mac Jones, Patriots' Playoff Hopes | '1st & Foxborough'

December 22, 2022 18:35 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

From '1st & Foxborough' (subscribe here): Do the Patriots need a bit more calm from Mac Jones down the stretch? Is the team's playoff outlook as bleak as it seems? Jim McBride of the Boston Globe breaks it down with host Khari Thompson on the latest episode of '1st & Foxborough'. 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/adchoices

BONUS: Get To Know New Red Sox Pitcher Wyatt 'Earp' Mills | 'The BradFo Sho'

December 22, 2022 18:14 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MB

From 'The BradFo Sho' (subscribe here): The Red Sox did make a trade this offseason, and it was for a pitcher who just became part of 'The BradFo Sho' family, Wyatt Mills. The sidewinder gives us insight into his evolution, and those two hours he once spent walking up and down Newbury St. Mills allows 'The BradFo Sho' community to mold his new existence with the Red Sox, asking for both walk-in music and a nickname. Get to know the man we will now call 'Earp'.     To learn more about list...

BONUS: Jonathan Papelbon Makes You Money | 'Baseball Isn't Boring'

December 22, 2022 17:21 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Baseball Isn't Boring, and neither is betting. Our very special prognosticator extraordinaire Jonathan Papelbon guides listeners to the best bets when it comes to picking next season's World Series winner. Host Rob 'Bradfo' Bradford and Pap even surface a pretty good prop bet involving Santa Claus. It's the first of what figures to be many opportunities for the former closer to lock you up some money. To learn more about listener data and our p...

Scal joins the show

December 21, 2022 23:18 - 10 minutes - 9.5 MB

SEGMENT- NBC Sports Boston's Brian Scalabrine joins the show to discuss the struggles of the Celtics' offense as of late, Robert Williams' impact, and more!

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Mike Lombardi
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Aaron Rodgers
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Field Yates
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Sam Smith
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Tom Brady
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Enes Kanter
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Grant Williams
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Matt Ryan
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Rob Parker
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Ross Tucker
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Thor Nystrom
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Will Smith
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