Hour 3: AJ Brown Expectation Level, NBA Finals Preview, plus Comedian Patton Oswalt In-Studio

A.J. Brown's arrival in New England has sparked a wave of excitement, but host Rich Eisen pushes back on the notion that the Patriots' offense will now revolve solely around him. While Brown's talent is undeniable, Eisen argues that the team's success still hinges on quarterback Drake May, the running game, and the development of young players like Travion Henderson. The real test, he warns, won't come until Week 8, when the initial buzz fades and the offense isn't running through Brown — at which point, the team's true cohesion will be revealed. Meanwhile, comedian Patton Oswalt brings humor and insight to the studio, reflecting on his early career, his Seinfeld audition (which he landed thanks to a real-life retail panic reflex), and his role in the upcoming Ben Stiller pickleball film *Dink*. He also discusses the surprising depth and strategy of pickleball, challenging the idea that it’s just a wiffle ball game. The episode closes with a spirited NBA Finals prediction panel, where the hosts debate the Spurs vs. Knicks matchup, with most leaning toward a Knicks victory in six — though one admits their heart says Knicks, while their head says Spurs in seven.