PFT Live with Mike Florio Broncos Patrick Surtain II & Nik Bonitto join the show + What more does Drake Maye need to do to prove himself? (2/3 Hour 2)
Feb 3, 2026
Chris “Mad Dog” Russo, famed sports radio personality, shares Super Bowl memories and betting adages. Michael Holley, Boston sports reporter, breaks down the Patriots, Drake Maye’s playoff questions, and coaching-hire inequities. They also introduce Broncos stars Patrick Surtain II and Nik Bonitto, who discuss playoff mindsets, snowy games, and defensive prep.
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Bet Postseason Winners, Not The Line
- Chris "Mad Dog" Russo advises in postseason betting to pick the team you believe will win and not overfocus on the spread.
- He cautions that recent playoff games often failed to cover lines, so expect variance.
Drake Maye Accelerated New England's Rebuild
- Michael Holley says the Patriots' turnaround is driven by Drake Maye's rapid growth and poise moving from rookie to veteran-level play.
- Holley compares this run to 2001 Patriots, calling it accelerated rebuilding with a re-energized fanbase.
Belichick Said They Were 20 Players Away
- Michael Holley recounts Bill Belichick telling him that the 2001 Patriots were "20 players away" from a championship-caliber roster.
- He uses this to illustrate rebuilding feels and the Patriots' current stage.