Brian gives out his Sunday Thoughts on some recent Red Sox moves, whether Sox ownership is all in on winning a championship, the current College Football Playoff format, and more (0:45). Then, he chats with Chad Finn about the Celtics’ hot streak, Jalen Brown’s improved playmaking, when a possible Jayson Tatum return could happen, the comparisons between the ’01 Patriots and the current team, and more (24:30). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a listener call and an email (1:17:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Chad Finn

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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