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Boston sports fans, buckle up for today's big stories.

• 🏈 Mark your calendars for August 8th - the Patriots will unveil a 12-foot bronze statue of Tom Brady before the preseason game against Washington. The GOAT gets cast in metal at Gillette Stadium.
• 🏀 Trade winds are swirling - the Spurs might make a play for Jaylen Brown. San Antonio's got their eyes on pairing him with Wembanyama.
• 🏀 Cost-cutting moves loom for the Celtics - Sam Hauser could be the first domino to fall as the team tries to dodge massive luxury tax bills.
• ⚾ Late night moves at Fenway - the Sox grabbed reliever Jorge Alcala from the Twins to boost their bullpen depth. They're banking on his strikeout stuff.

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What role will analytics play in Mike Vrabel's Patriots operation?

Mike Vrabel keeps adding to his analytics staff, bringing in multiple directors including Ekene Olekanma as director of coaching analytics. But how much weight will these number-crunchers carry in actual game decisions? Vrabel breaks down his plans for using data, from game management to player health, while maintaining his own proven system with VP John Streicher.

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Breaking Down The Change Between The Mayo Era And Now And WHERE IS HE?

On Thursday's edition of Felger & Mazz, the guys discussed Jerod Mayo no longer having any ties to football. They also discussed how that situation reflects poorly on the Patriots.

Albert Breer Unpacks NFL Chaos—Diggs, Diva WRs, Dolphins Rumors & Patriots Concerns

Albert Breer joined Toucher & Hardy in-studio and discussed several big NFL storylines. He said some top draft picks are holding out over contracts, especially with the Bengals. The Dolphins might be starting a quiet rebuild, with possible trades involving Jalen Ramsey or Tyreek Hill, and questions about Tua's future. Breer isn't convinced the Patriots have improved enough to compete for a playoff spot.

Marcelo Mayer & Roman Anthony Should START Versus The Yankees

On Thursday's edition of Zolak & Bertrand, the guys discussed the Red Sox' second in a row series win with the victory over the Rays. They acknowledged the impact that Mayer & Anthony have made so far and questioned why the Red Sox are considering sitting them down for the upcoming series with the Yankees.

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5 QUESTIONS For Felger & Mazz Not To Do With Sports

It's time for another round of Felger & Mazz answering questions that have absolutely nothing to do with sports. Think of it like a little mental break heading into the weekend.

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Mazz's Tiers: Best Father and Son duos in sports

Who are the greatest father-son duos in sports? Mazz's Tiers breaks down the all-time best, from dynasties on the diamond and hardwood to legends on the racetrack and ice. Discover which iconic families made the top tier, and see if your favorite sports legacy cracked the list. Curious about the full rankings and surprising picks? Click to find out who made the cut!

That wraps up today's sports blast!

Big day for Patriots fans with Brady's 12-foot bronze statue coming to Gillette. The Celtics might shake things up - Spurs sniffing around Jaylen Brown while Hauser could get moved. Sox grabbed a new arm for the pen with Alcala. Vrabel's bringing analytics to Foxboro, and Mayo's gone MIA. Plus, Breer dropped by to talk NFL chaos, and Mazz ranked the best father-son sports duos.

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