Episode Details

The Patriots’ best-kept secret in their rookie class is an undrafted free agent, but it’s not Efton Chism. Spoiler alert, it’s Elijah Ponder, a 6’3”, 260lb linebacker with insane combine numbers. Phil Perry says it’s a mystery he wasn’t drafted. Listen to an exclusive interview with Ponder, and Phil shares why exactly he likes the rookie so much.

Not only that, but Phil also answers a handful of mailbag questions at the end of the show.

1:04 - Why Elijah Ponder earned a spot on Patriots 53-man roster

3:00 - Elijah Ponder by the numbers

8:38 - What Mike Smith had to say about Elijah Ponder

11:58 - Phil Perry has an exclusive interview with Elijah Ponder

21:30 - Mailbag Questions

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