On this episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick dissect the current New England Patriots lineup, counting down their top 5 players. After a break, they discuss their top 5 players the Patriots need in order to contend this season. Greg concludes with his BSJ Member Question concerning the Collective Bargaining Agreement's potential impact on Rhamondre Stevenson's future contract extension.

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