Irvin & Battle // Running Back: Biggest Position of Need on Offense // Moving On From Gillette Stadium? - 3/22 (Hour 2)

(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".

(00:00) Hour No. 2 with Leroy Irvin and Cerrone Battle discuss which Patriots’ signing excites them the most. (14:08) We continue with your lovely phone calls about the Patriots. (26:44) The crew reacts to money not being the No. 1 priority for free agents on the market. (37:05) We finish the hour with a discussion about Jrue Holiday’s performance in Miami and how important he is for the Celtics. 

(00:00) Leroy Irvin and Cerrone Battle open Saturday’s show by reacting to the Patriots missing out on free agent Cooper Kupp and the team’s recent spending spree. (9:42) The crew reacts to the Patriots’ comments from their press conference earlier this week about free agency. (20:05) We evaluate what is next for the Patriots at wide receiver, including if the NFL Draft is a reliable fix. (30:56) We finish up the hour by discussing the Patriots’ draft plans. 

(0:00) Leroy Irvin & Cerrone Battle kick off the final hour of the show with the Entertainment Report, featuring feedback on the latest Captain America movie currently out in theatres and former NFL WR, Steve Smith Sr. getting caught up in an unfortunate situation. The guys then pivot to last weekend's NHL 4 Nations Faceoff, the NBA All-Star Weekend and compare the two. (11:22) Leroy & Cerrone react to comments made by Draymond Green and the current NBA All-Star Game format. Cerrone vehemently disagrees with Draymond's assessment by putting the onus on this generation of NBA players. The fellas highlight the media is consumed differently nowadays and that the NBA does not lack in popularity. (25:10) Irvin & Battle continue the discussion around the NBA All-Star Game. Leroy highlights the lack of effort on the part of the players. Cerrone piggybacks off of that conversation by stating all of the star players that sit out due to load management. A caller brings up the way the younger generation consumes media. (36:32) The guys close out the show suggesting how they'd change the current NBA All-Star Game format. Would Boston fans welcome an NBA All-Star Weekend at TD Garden? Jaylen Brown likes the idea of Boston being a host city for a future NBA All-Star Weekend.

(0:00) Leroy Irvin & Cerrone Battle start the show off reacting to the Celtics blowout win against the Knicks 118-105 this afternoon at the TD Garden. The Music of the Day is dedicated to the Wu Tang Clan, following the announcement of a new album to be released in 2025. (12:49) Leroy & Cerrone break down Jayson Tatum and his pursuit of greatness, following comments that he's 'chasing Larry Bird'. Cerrone articulates that Tatum deserves more respect nationally and that he's a Top-3 NBA player. Battle highlights some of Tatum's past performances in the clutch to argue his case. (25:12) Irvin & Battle take a look at the Celtics' team chemistry. Cerrone makes the point that Tatum and Brown's game compliment each other and how. Leroy asks, "Can the Celtics catch the Cavaliers in the Standings?" "Does the #1 Seed matter?" (35:20) Leroy & Cerrone close out the first hour of the show highlighting the Knicks' woes versus the Top 3 teams in the NBA. Cerrone provides an interesting LeBron James statistic while he's been in LA.

(0:00) Leroy & Cerrone open Hour 3 with "The Entertainment Report" (11:46) Inspired by the 4 Nations Tournament in hockey, Leroy asks the people for their own personal 30 for 30 special - based on the trepidation that comes with failing, or re-living your past failure(s). (23:23) The callers load the phone lines and share their own 30 for 30 moment. (33:07) More callers on their personal 30 for 30's. Rounded out by "The Player's Call"

(0:00) Leroy Irvin & Cerrone Battle kick off the second hour by paying it forward. After a visit to the local convenience store, Leroy is inspired to help out a community cause in Randolph. (12:33) Tyler Milliken, Associate Producer for Zolak & Bertrand, joins the show to break down the Red Sox offseason moves & their expectations for the 2025 MLB Season. (27:47) Irvin & Battle talk about "The Six Invitational" event going down in Boston. (37:29) With NBA All-Star Weekend upon us, Leroy & Cerrone discuss the current All-Star game format. Leroy suggests that fans would be inspired to watch the players play NBA2K than watch/play the All-Star game.