1985: A Patriots Super Bowl Sound Odyssey

1985: A Patriots Super Bowl Sound Odyssey

The fourth in the Patriots Super Bowl Sound Odyssey series, this edition is a 10 episode podcast chronicling the New England Patriots 1985 season. From their roots in the 1970s to the trials and tribulations in the early 1980’s, the ‘85 Pats put it all together with a perfect blend of player personnel, coaching talent and team vision, becoming the first squad in team history to win an AFC Championship and the first NFL team to ever win three playoff road games on the road to the Super Bowl. Hear from the players, coaches and executives that lived it, mixed with the unforgettable sounds from television and radio, as we relive all the ups and downs from the special 1985 season.

Episodes

February 3, 2026 23 mins
A reflective finale featuring voices from across the team, looking back 40 years later. Focuses on what the 1985 season meant to the players, the franchise, and the fans — and how it laid the foundation for everything that came after.

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Reflects on the lead-up to the Patriots’ first Super Bowl, including the quirky “The Patriots and We” music video. Chronicles the game itself, where the Patriots were overwhelmed by the legendary 1985 Bears, while still honoring the season’s success.

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January 19, 2026 39 mins
Highlights the Patriots’ historic AFC Championship win over the Dolphins — their first-ever victory in Miami. Captures the emotion, the execution, and the significance of finally breaking through to reach the Super Bowl.

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January 12, 2026 28 mins
Revisits the long-standing rivalry with the Raiders, including the infamous 1976 playoff loss and the Week 4 defeat earlier in the season. Celebrates the Patriots’ cathartic Divisional Round win in Los Angeles that propelled them to the AFC Championship.

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January 5, 2026 22 mins
Centers on the Wild Card win over the Jets, the Patriots’ first playoff victory since the AFL era. Revisits the regular-season matchups and showcases the dominant performance that launched their postseason run.

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December 29, 2025 27 mins
Covers the final five regular-season games, including a tough loss in Miami and a playoff-clinching win over the Bengals. Features the emotional highs and lows of the playoff chase and the unforgettable moment when fans carried the goalposts down Route 1.

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December 22, 2025 28 mins
Focuses on Steve Grogan’s return in Week 7 and the six-game win streak that followed. Highlights Grogan’s leadership, his connection to the franchise’s past, and how he helped unlock the offense before suffering a broken leg in Week 12.

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December 15, 2025 26 mins
Follows the Patriots through their first five games, including a strong start, a humbling loss to the Bears, and a frustrating defeat in Cleveland that left Andre Tippett visibly angry. Ends with the team sitting at 2-3, searching for its identity.

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December 8, 2025 26 mins
This episode of the 1985 - A Super Bowl Sound Odyssey podcast covers Patriots Head Coach Raymond Berry’s first full offseason and his impact on the team and the unique culture he instilled during training camp. Includes preseason highlights and the return of Rod Rust’s 3-4 defense, which helped shape the team’s identity.

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November 27, 2025 24 mins
Explores the foundation of the 1985 Patriots by revisiting the franchise’s AFL origins and the rise of the 1976 and 1978 teams. Highlights the leadership of veterans like Steve Grogan, John Hannah, and Steve Nelson, and sets the stage for Raymond Berry’s arrival.

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Listen to the trailer for the upcoming 1985: A Super Bowl Sound Odyssey podcast. The fourth in the Patriots Super Bowl Sound Odyssey series, this edition is a 10 episode podcast chronicling the New England Patriots 1985 season. From their roots in the 1970s to the trials and tribulations in the early 1980’s, the ‘85 Pats put it all together with a perfect blend of player personnel, coaching talent and team vision, becom...

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