Irvin & Battle // Vrabel Needs To Develop Young Talent // WR Market Leftovers - 3/22 (Hour 1)

(0:00) Matt McCarthy and Cerrone Battle begin the final hour of the show by analyzing the 1B position of the Boston Red Sox. With Triston Casas early season struggles, Matt and Cerrone take a dive into the options available for the Local-9 at 1B. Is Devers an option at 1B? McCarthy is willing to try it, saying it'll provide "flexibility" for the lineup and states his case. (10:25) McCarthy and Battle react to comments made by Patriots' Head Coach, Mike Vrabel in regards to drafting different player profiles. When asked, "What's the worst draft day Scenario for the Patriots?" McCarthy proclaims that with Hunter and Carter presumably off the board at #4, that the Patriots will be in their worst case scenario at #4. Matt and Cerrone discuss the Patriots' draft options at #4. (24:18) McCarthy and Battle continue to talk about the Patriots Draft options, less than a week until the start of the 2025 NFL Draft. Are the Patriots stuck at #4 or can they trade out? Is there interest in any particular Draft prospect worthy enough to entice a willing trade partner? (38:08) Celtics takeaways to bring the show home. Matt McCarthy and Cerrone Battle will provide postgame coverage immediately following Game 1 between the Celtics-Magic tomorrow afternoon. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @MattMcCarthy985 | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

(0:00) Matt McCarthy and Cerrone Battle begin the second hour of the show breaking down the Red Sox 10-3 win against the Chicago White Sox. McCarthy credits Trevor Story for being a bad ball hitter. Roman Anthony being called up is discussed. (14:38) "Are the Red Sox holding Roman Anthony back?" - Matt McCarthy asks Cerrone Battle and the people of Boston. Is Roman Anthony ready for The Show? (29:15) McCarthy and Battle close out the second hour analyzing the game of newly acquired Red Sox Ace, Garrett Crochet. McCarthy had tickets for today's game and decided to come to work instead. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @MattMcCarthy985 | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

(0:00) Matt McCarthy and Cerrone Battle begin the show discussing Jaylen Brown's knee injury and how to best manage his playing time in the playoffs. (11:32) McCarthy and Battle continue to talk about Jaylen Brown's knee injury and how to manage Brown in the playoffs. (23:13) Cerrone defends his take that this iteration of the Boston Celtics is one of the greatest Celtics teams of All-Time. (33:19) McCarthy and Battle preview the Celtics-Magic 1st Round Matchup. ------------------------------------------- FOLLOW ON TWITTER/X: @MattMcCarthy985 | @Cerrone_Battle | @jorgiesepulveda

Leroy and Cerrone give you the entertainment report Stenberg brings up a crazy thing he witnessed at the Sox home opener The guys deliberate if Devers has broken out of his slump The guys ask if the Celtics can repeat as World Champions

Leroy Irvin and Cerrone Battle discuss Bill Parcells being inducted into the Hall of fame The guys talk about the best coaches in Boston history Callers react Leroy and Cerrone share a funny story from Toucher and Hardy

Leroy Irvin and Cerrone Battle open the show with the Music of the Day and discuss the  The guys continue the conversation on Joe Milton The guys talk about the prospect of the Patriots drafting Travis Hunter and what he could bring to the city of Boston Shower talk

(0:00) Leroy Irvin and Cerrone Battle begin the final hour of the show with The Entertainment Report: featuring talk of "Celtics City", Lamar Jackson's acting career and Tracy Morgan's health status. The Dynamic Duo segue to the sale of the Boston Celtics and their initial thoughts and concerns. (13:32) Irvin and Battle stay in the NBA with commentary on the Lakers fans and new Celtics ownership. The duo break down their optimism in the new ownership group, led by Bill Chisholm, due to Chisholm being a native New Englander. Leroy notices the Celtics playing better without Jaylen Brown. (24:46) The Playa's Call closes out the show. Leroy and Cerrone continue to screen calls on the Celtics. They speculate on the future of the Celtics. They also discuss gambling and the enjoyment of watching sports.

(0:00) Leroy Irvin and Cerrone Battle begin the second hour comparing the differences between the 2000 Patriots and the current rebuilding Patriots. Cerrone elaborates on free agency being a bandage that temporarily fill holes. He mentions the Patriots need to hit on the Draft. (12:22) Irvin and Battle continue to talk Patriots. Their conversation turns to the RB position for the Patriots. Cerrone suggests the Patriots should be open to upgrading the RB position, describes the position as the Patriots' "biggest need" on offense. (24:45) Leroy and Cerrone pivot the Patriots offseason talk to discuss Gillette Stadium and possibly moving on from it to build a new stadium, like the Cleveland Browns announced. (35:17) Irvin and Battle wrap up the Rocky Power Hour with the fans' perspective on Gillette Stadium.

(0:00) Leroy Irvin and Cerrone Battle begin the program describing the legacy left behind by the late George Foreman - after his sudden passing last night. Music of the Day is Motivational-Thened, inspired by Cerrone Battle and the NCAA Tournament. (12:14) Irvin and Battle transition to the callers and the New England Patriots coaching staff. Cerrone harps on the lack of talent the Patriots have on their current roster and proclaims Vrabel will have to develop the players on the team. (20:46) Leroy and Cerrone discuss the WR Market for the New England Patriots, after Stefon Diggs left Foxboro unsigned. The duo give their suggestions on what the Patriots should do at the WR position. (33:50) Irvin and Battle continue to break down the Patriots' lack of talent on offense.

(0:00) Leroy Irvin and Cerrone Battle begin the final hour of the show with the Entertainment Report. The duo then follow-up on comments made by former Celtic, Kendrick Perkins following their loss to OKC. (12:51) Irvin and Battle ponders who the biggest threats are to the Celtics' hopes of repeating as NBA Champions. Can the Celtics repeat? (24:30) Leroy and Cerrone follow-up on the new Celtics documentary on HBO Max titled, "Celtics City" by offering their thoughts on the first 2 episodes. They close out the show with the "Playa's Call".