Tune-in as the Patriots Unfiltered crew breaks down the latest news and activity inside Pats Nation. We discuss the Patriots 48-18 win against the Washington Commanders in the first preseason game. Who are the top rookies and young players to land roster spots after their performances, what concerns do we still have, and how much of the excitement surrounding the Patriots is valid? Plus, we preview the Patriots upcoming practices with the Minnesota Vikings, and how we think Josh McDaniels offense will shape up against Brian Flores' unique defensive approach.

Watch as the Patriots equipment staff pack up for five days in Minnesota as the team travels for joint practices with the Vikings and a game on Saturday.

Patriots offensive coaches Todd Downing, Tony Dews, Doug Marrone, and Ashton Grant address the media on Monday, August 11, 2025.

TIMECODE:

DOWNING 00:00-07:56
DEWS 07:56-09:49
MARRONE 09:49-20:11
GRANT 20:11-25:43

Patriots players Joshua Dobbs, Austin Hooper, Jeremiah Pharms Jr., Khyiris Tonga, Kyle Williams, and Milton Williams address the media on Monday, August 11, 2025.

TIMECODE:

HOOPER 00:00-04:08
DOBBS 04:08-11:44
PHARMS 11:44-13:56
TONGA 13:56-16:38
KWILLIAMS 16:38-21:17
MWILLIAMS 21:17-26:25

Patriots Offensive Coordinator Josh McDaniels addresses the media on Monday, August 11, 2025.

Patriots Special Teams Coordinator Jeremy Springer addresses the media on Monday, August 11, 2025.

Patriots players Will Campbell, Javon Baker, Garrett Bradbury, Craig Woodson, and Alex Austin address the media on Sunday, August 10, 2025.

TIMECODE

CAMPBELL / 00:00-05:18
BAKER / 05:18-08:22
BRADBURY / 08:22-13:14
WOODSON / 13:14-17:42
AUSTIN / 17:42-21:29

Back in pads, D steps up in red zone, Young WR rising, Chaisson retuns. Mike Dussault, Paul Perillo and Evan Lazar offer a full joint practice recap for Sunday, August 10, 2025.

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel addresses the media on Sunday, August 10, 2025.

Go behind the scenes and see the creation of the Tom Brady statue.

Tune-in as Claudia, Paul, Deuce and Fred give their instant reaction to the Patriots 48-18 preseason win over the Washington Commanders. They discuss offensive standouts like TreVeyon Henderson and Efton Chism III, and their potential to be weapons in Josh McDaniels' offense. They give their opinions on the defense and who their roster locks are. Plus, Efton Chism joins the show to share his thoughts on his NFL debut, the team's performance and his mindset going forward.

Watch as former New England Patriots Quarterback Tom Brady is honored at Gillette Stadium with the unveiling of a 12-foot-tall bronze statue of himself, on August 8, 2025

Patriots players TreVeyon Henderson, Efton Chism III, DJ James, Will Campbell, and Kyle Williams address the media on Friday, August 8, 2025.

TIMECODE

JAMES / 00:00-02:29
HENDERSON / 02:29-06:55
CHISM / 06:55-10:27
CAMPBELL / 10:27-10:57
WILLIAMS / 10:57-13:14

Patriots quarterback Drake Maye addresses the media on Friday, August 8, 2025.

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel addresses the media on Friday, August 8, 2025.

Watch the Washington Commanders vs. New England Patriots highlights during Preseason Week 1.

Lan Larison rushes for a 2-yard touchdown vs. Washington Commanders, 08/08/2025

New England Patriots quarterback Ben Wooldrige throws a 22-yard strike to wide receiver John Jiles against the Washington Commanders.

New England Patriots running back Terrell Jennings follows his blockers for TD.

New England Patriots quarterback Ben Wooldridge floats it to wide receiver Efton Chism for 12-yard TD.

New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson's best plays from preseason debut during Preseason Week 1 vs. the Washington Commanders.

New England Patriots cornerback Jordan Polk intercepts tipped pass.

Brian Hoyer interviews Tom Brady on the sideline during Friday night's Patriots-Commanders preseason game.

Joshua Dobbs rushes for a 2-yard touchdown vs. Washington Commanders, 08/08/2025

New England Patriots kicker John Parker Romo drills 57-yard field goal