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Tune-in as the PU Crew gives their final preview and predictions for the Patriots week 1 matchup against the Raiders. Who will be the starters, how much will the lineup rotate, and what are the main concerns going into Sunday? Plus, they go around the horn to give their picks for the NFL's entire Week 1 slate.

Tune-in as the PU Crew anticipates week one with their second show of the week! They react to Head Coach Mike Vrabel's media availability and his comments on roster depth, Christian Gonzalez and more. They continue previewing New England's week one matchup with the Raiders with starter, score and scheme predictions. Plus, Deuce and Evan share their observations from the locker room and practice!

Tune-in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth cover the latest inside Patriots Nation as they approach week 1. They discuss the widely surprising release of veteran safety Jabrill Peppers and what that mean for this years scheme and its longterm plans. They talk season predictions by analyzing the depth chart and individual preseason performances. Plus, they do a full preview of Sunday's matchup against the Raiders, talk fantasy football, college prospects and more!

Patriots quarterback Drake Maye calls into WEEI's "The Afternoon Show" on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.  Maye discusses kicking off the 2025 season and how the team is preparing for the regular season opener against the Raiders.