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Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth cover Week 1 inside Patriots Nation. They open with the overnight breaking news that Christian Gonzalez and the Patriots reportedly agreeing to a 4-year extension. They break down the reported contract details and Gonzalez's history and resume as a Patriot that earned him the deal. Plus, they turn the page to Week 1 as the Patriots head to Seattle to take on the Seahawks, previewing players/matchups to watch, giving predictions, and more!

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel calls in to WEEI's "The Greg Hill Show".  This interview was pre-recorded on Friday, August 4, 2026 and aired on Monday, August 7, 2026.  Vrabel discusses preparing for the Seahawks, the importance of having a good offensive line, what he values most on defense and more.

Tune in as the PU Crew turns the page to the regular season as they begin to preview the Patriots' Week 1 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. They discuss how each team has changed since facing each other in the Super Bowl, and how new rosters and coaching could impact results. They listen in on Mike Vrabel's press conference and react to his comments on preparing for the Seahawks, expectations, and more. Plus, the crew goes around the horn to make their Week 1 NFL picks!

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth cover everything inside Pats Nation after cutdown day! They go group-by-group to break down the initial 53-man roster and discuss any notable keeps and cuts. They analyze the team's depth in the aftermath and share their takes on missing pieces, filling the gaps, and practice squad players. Plus, they react to the 2026 Patriots Captains and comment on player choices.