98.5 The Sports Hub Sunday Kickoff Podcast
Every football Sunday, 98.5 The Sports Hub's Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle get you ready for kickoff around the National Football League with two hours of in-depth analysis, guests, and more. Sundays during the football season from 8am-10am right here on 98.5 The Sports Hub and on-demand at 985thesportshub.com or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episodes
- (0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the show by discussing the Shedeur Sanders sweepstakes that took place during the NFL Draft.
- (13:24) Questioning if there are still any holes on the Patriots roster.
- (25:48) Discussing how the Patriots have significantly improved their offensive line.
- (0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off this week’s edition of The Sunday Kickoff show by questioning if the Patriots set the foundation of their team for years to come in the 2025 NFL Draft.
- (12:36) Discussing what impact TreVeyon Henderson will have on the Patriots.
- (26:31) Questioning if the Patriots drafted any standout players on Day 3.
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- (0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff Show by doing a top 10 mock draft.
- (16:14) Questioning where Shedeur Sanders may fall in the draft..
- (24:20) Debating what will be the biggest surprises will be on draft night.
- (0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off this week’s edition of the Sunday Kickoff show by discussing if the Patriots draft plans have started to become more clear.
- (13:11) Questioning if there are any prospects the Patriots should avoid.
- (21:57) Discussing how likely it is that the Patriots will trade back in the NFL Draft.
- (36:33) Discuss...
- (0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff show by listing some pro’s and con’s of the top prospects in the draft.
- (18:12) Looking at potential running back options for the Patriots in the draft.
- (30:16) Questioning if Adam Vinatieri should be a lock for the Patriots hall of fame.
- (0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off this week’s edition of the Sunday Kickoff show by questioning if the Patriots will look to trade down in the draft with the Saints.
- (13:41) Could the Patriots trade up in the draft?
- (27:07) Should the Patriots be out on any prospects in the draft?
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle kickoff the second hour reacting to the Joe Milton trade to the Dallas Cowboys.
(10:06) Barth and Battle give their thoughts on Bill Parcells being inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame and describe his legacy here in New England.
(19:06) Alex and Cerrone close out the show with a lightning round of callers, as they comment on all topics discussed in today's show including: more Patriots draft...
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle kickoff the show analyzing the media rounds from Patriots HC Mike Vrabel over the past week, particularly his thoughts on the Offensive Line. Are the Patriots gearing up to draft a LT in the 1st round?
(15:43) Barth and Battle follow-up on the Colorado Pro Day and continue their discussion on the Patriots Draft. Would Abdul Carter being off the board be a good thing?
(29:04) Barth and Batt...
- (0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff show by discussing Will Campbell’s arm length.
- (15:13) Should the Patriots draft Will Campbell, regardless of who's left on the board?
- (27:14) Questioning which players the Patriots may target outside of the first round.
- (0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off this week’s edition of the Sunday Kickoff show by discussing free agent Stefon Diggs signing with the Patriots.
- (15:20) Questioning if the Patriots should be done adding veteran receivers.
- (25:49) Discussing how Stefon Diggs will improve the intensity of the Patriots WR room.
- (36:44) Reacting to the ...
- (0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff show by questioning what the Patriots will do at left tackle.
- (11:36) Looking at the proposed rule changes in the NFL.
- (24:23) Discussing who is the best WR in the draft outside of the first round.
- (0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the Sunday Kickoff Show by questioning if the Patriots should actually be in on Stefon Diggs.
- (13:30) Debating if there is an actual risk when it comes to signing Stefon Diggs.
- (23:50) Discussing if there will be two QBs picked ahead of the Patriots in the draft.
- (40:02) What might the Patriots strat...
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle begin Hour #2 by analyzing Morgan Moses comments from Thursday's introductory press conference. They share their thoughts on the Patriots lack of approach on offense. They also continue to discuss the WR Market - who's available still and the pro's and con's with each.
(12:07) Barth and Battle react to the surprising news of the week, following the release of 2x Super Bowl Champion Center, David...
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle begin the show reacting to a slew of free agent signings made by the New England Patriots, mostly on defense. Barth states that the Patriots' approach this offseason seems to be a more focused approach compared to other years.
(12:57) Barth and Battle break down the headliner signing in DT, Milton Williams. Will Williams shine in an elevated role on the defensive line in New England?
(27:2...
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Barth kick off Hour #2 of the show playing some "Pick 'Em" - QB Carousel Edition
(9:26) Barth and Battle take a look at the Patriots internal free agents. They decipher which players they'd rather retain and which players they project to be headed elsewhere.
(20:27) Alex and Cerrone continue the Patriots offseason discussion. How will free agency impact their thinking for the NFL draft?
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle begin a Spring Forward Edition of the Sunday Kickoff answering the question: What's the right approach for the Patriots in free agency - Quality vs Quantity?
(14:50) Barth and Battle continue the discussion on the Patriots' offseason. What should positions should the Patriots be prioritizing?
(28:22) Alex and Cerrone react to comments made by Daniel Jeremiah regarding DK Metcalf and the Patriots...
- (0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff show by discussing some risers and fallers at the NFL Combine.
- (15:40) Reacting to the Patriots reportedly not caring about Will Campbell’s arm length.
- (27:14) Questioning if Travis Hunter could fall to the Patriots at the 4th overall pick.
- (0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the Sunday Kickoff show by recapping the NFL Combine.
- (17:40) Questioning if the Patriots will actually be aggressive this offseason.
- (26:16) Debating if the Patriots will re-sign any defensive free agents this offseason.
- (36:51) Reacting to Bill Belichick being on the Hard Knocks: Offseason Edition
- (0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff Show by questioning if the Patriots should target Travis Hunter?
- (11:31) Discussing what the Patriots should do if Tee Higgins gets franchised tagged by Bengals.
- (22:50) Who should be the main targets in free agency for the Patriots.
- (36:15) Wrapping up the show.
- (0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the Sunday Kickoff show by discussing Mike Vrabel speaking for the first time in a while at the NFL combine.
- (13:00) Discussing which prospects that fans should keep an eye on this week.
- (24:41) Making the point on how Will Campbell’s arm length will determine what position he’ll play in the NFL.
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