

Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast
NBC Sports Boston
NBC Sports Boston Insiders Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry talk about the New England Patriots and the NFL. New episodes drop after each game and every Tuesday and Thursday.
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Feb 24, 2026 • 41min
Patriots’ offseason strategy comes into clear focus at Combine
Conversation from the Combine highlights Eliot Wolf’s take on the team’s plan and whether it signals a rebuild. They debate spending strategies, trade versus draft choices, and Robert Kraft’s multi-year cap approach. Detailed looks at Stefon Diggs and Christian Barmore status, plus defensive needs like edge rushers and versatile safeties.

Feb 13, 2026 • 28min
Patriots offseason reset… Where do they start?
Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry take a look at the Patriots’ offseason outlook. They discuss the team’s cap space, pending free agents and the upcoming draft. They also take a look at extension eligible players, most notably Christian Gonzalez. They wonder how much money the Pro Bowl corner will command and whether it’s even worth it for the Patriots to pay him. They also look at some interesting names in trade talks. Plus, the team is opening up their defensive coordinator position.0:00 Offseason outlook3:12 Look at the upcoming draft5:37 A tougher road ahead for Patriots in 20267:39 What’s next for Christian Gonzalez14:15 Live reaction to Terrell Williams switching roles from DC; Zak Kuhr most likely replacement16:05 Maxx Crosby & A.J. Brown in trade talks
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Feb 10, 2026 • 28min
Super Bowl Aftermath: Vrabel stands by his LT
Tom Curran and Phil Perry discuss what Mike Vrabel, Drake Maye, and Will Campbell had to say at their season-ending press conferences. 00:00 Drake Maye: Super Bowl loss was a “learning experience” 02:45 Mike Vrabel stands by Will Campbell at Left Tackle 14:00 Reaction to Maye’s press conference19:30 How tough will it be to part ways with players?
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Feb 9, 2026 • 29min
Patriots ‘played young,’ ‘turned into a pumpkin’ in Super Bowl LX loss to Seahawks
Tom E. Curran, Phil Perry, Brian Hoyer, David Andrews, Ted Johnson and Michael Holley break down the Patriots’ 29-13 Super Bowl loss to the Seahawks. They discuss what went wrong for Drake Maye, the offensive line’s struggles and how the team’s inexperience may have finally caught up to them.
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Feb 6, 2026 • 41min
Drake Maye must be AGGRESSIVE if the Patriots want to win the Super Bowl
One final Patriots Talk Podcast before the Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl matchup. Tom and Phil are joined by Brian Hoyer to break down how aggressive Drake Maye needs to be and how the Patriots should game-plan for Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Plus, Tedy Bruschi and Cris Collinsworth stop by. 00:00 - The mindset the Patriots have to have offensively 11:00 - Which approach should Pats take covering JSN? 23:00 - Tedy Bruschi joins the pod 35:00 - Cris Collinsworth joins the pod
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Feb 3, 2026 • 29min
What the Patriots need to do to WIN Super Bowl LX
It’s Super Bowl Week. Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry are in Santa Clara and have you covered. They break down the key to winning the Patriots–Seahawks matchup, whether the Seahawks are widely viewed as the better team and share some of the best sound from Opening Night. Later, Chris Simms joins the podcast to discuss Josh McDaniels’ impact this season, the offensive X-factor in the game and much more.00:00 - Sights and sounds from Opening Night of Super Bowl week3:00 - Key to winning the Super Bowl?9:00 - Is this the start of a new Patriots dynasty?14:30 - Chris Simms joins to talk about Josh McDaniels' impact, offensive x-factor and more
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Jan 29, 2026 • 40min
Inside the Belichick HOF snub and Matt Light on the Pats chances
Tom Curran talks with Armando Salguero who presented Bill Belichick to the HOF committee explains how Spygate cost him a first ballot vote. Later, we catch up with former Patriot Matt Light to get his reaction to the Patriots making the Super Bowl,and discuss his expectations from the game. 00:00 Armando Salguero says Spygate cost Belichick HOF8:30 Will HOF committee make Tom Brady wait?11:30 Matt Light on the excitement of Patriots being back in the Super Bowl14:00 Light on his relationship with Mike Vrabel18:30 Why Light is a fan of Will Campbell
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Jan 27, 2026 • 25min
Up in arms about Drake Maye’s shoulder?! And a Seattle look ahead
Is it too early to be concerned about Drake Maye’s shoulder? Tom Curran and Phil Perry discuss the latest with Drake and look ahead to how the Patriots match up against the Seattle Seahawks. 00:00 How concerned should we be about Drake Maye’s shoulder? 9:00 Getting to know the Seattle Seahawks 12:30 scouting report for Sam Darnold this season 19:00 Top 5 storylines heading into the Super Bowl
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Jan 26, 2026 • 39min
The Aftermath: Patriots pull off a HISTORIC turnaround, punch their ticket to the Super Bowl
A celebratory breakdown of New England’s historic turnaround and how the roster blend of youth and veterans fueled the run. Detailed takes on Drake Maye’s in-game decisions and his late scramble. A heated critique of Sean Payton’s fourth-and-one call and how Denver’s offense fell apart afterward. A look at New England’s aggressive pass rush and defensive adjustments.

Jan 23, 2026 • 46min
AFC Championship Preview: Jarrett Stidham stands between the Patriots and the Super Bowl
The Patriots are one win away from a trip to the Super Bowl. Tom and Phil preview the upcoming AFC Championship Game between New England and Denver, discussing Drake Maye’s approach, what to expect from Jarrett Stidham and how the environment in Denver could impact the Patriots. Plus, 9News sports reporter Mike Klis joins the podcast to share insight on the Broncos ahead of their matchup with the Pats.00:00 - Patriots’ offensive approach with Drake Maye vs. Denver 11:00 - How the Patriots plan to defend Jarrett Stidham 28:00 - Mike Klis joins to discuss the Broncos’ mood, expectations for Stidham and Denver’s view of New England
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