

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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Apr 29, 2022 • 29min
Trying to make sense of the Patriots STRANGE first round pick
Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to the Patriots selecting Cole Strange with the 29th overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft.:30-Did the Patriots reach for Cole Strange?2:30-Were the Patriots actually targeting a player that went from #21-28?6:00-What’s the ceiling for Strange?19:00-Grading the picks from the rest of the AFC21:00-What to expect from the Patriots in the second roundWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XNbJyaxL4-E
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Apr 26, 2022 • 35min
What the Patriots should do in a 'can't miss' draft
As the 2022 NFL Draft looms, Tom Curran and Phil Perry are breaking down what the Patriots should do in the first three rounds and discussing whether they'll try to trade up. Plus, Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk joins Tom to talk about his book, why he thinks the NFL Draft needs to change and how chaotic the first round could be this year.1:00 - Looking ahead to the NFL Draft, could the Patriots trade up?4:45 - What SHOULD the Patriots do in the first three rounds of the draft?20:30 - Mike Florio joins the podcast23:00 - Will there ever be a change in the way players are drafted to NFL teams?27:00 - How chaotic could the first round of the NFL Draft be this year?
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Apr 19, 2022 • 16min
Chris Simms on Belichick's legacy and WRs for Patriots in the draft
Tom Curran talks with Chris Simms about how Bill Belichick's legacy will be impacted by his post-Brady career. They also discuss what WR weapons the Patriots could get in the draft to help maximize Mac Jones in Year 2.2:30-What impact will Belichick’s post-Brady career have on his legacy?6:30-Concerns for Mac Jones' development after Josh McDaniels departure9:00-Does Mac have enough weapons on offense? Who can they add in the draft?11:45-How does the future of Baker Mayfield and Jimmy G impact teams drafting a QB in the draft?Follow the podcast here: https://youtu.be/kkWuAJNBBtY
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Apr 14, 2022 • 17min
Going deep on the Alabama products who could be Patriots
Tom Curran and Phil Perry talk with Mike Rodak from AL.com about which Alabama players in the draft would be good fits for the Patriots. Will the Patriots draft offense or defense with their first-round pick? 1:00-Put your money where your mouth is! Will Patriots draft offense or defense at 21?6:30-Mike Rodak breaks down how LB Christian Harris would fit into the Patriots' defense8:30-WR debate: John Metchie or Slade Bolden?11:00-What would the Patriots be getting in DB Jalyn Armour-Davis?13:00-Why didn't the Patriots go after Bill O'Brien for OC?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bcz6jKOSCkk
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Apr 12, 2022 • 47min
Talking life, health, and Patriots with Jeff Howe of The Athletic
Tom Curran talks with Jeff Howe about his recent health battle. They also debate who deserves to be inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame, and evaluate the Patriots' biggest needs heading into the draft. 1:00-Howe details his recent health battle18:30-Patriots Hall of Fame nominee debate: Making the case for Welker and Parcells32:00-Evaluating the Patriots' biggest need heading into the draft36:30-Can the Patriots build through the draft the way the Bills have?44:00-Pair Mac Jones with Jameson Williams or John Metchie!Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/efbhl58fl4o
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Apr 7, 2022 • 29min
A 28-minute blizzard of rapid fire Patriots pre-draft analysis
Tom Curran talks with Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald about the three things we cannot stop worrying about with this Patriots team. Callahan also breaks down the Patriots' biggest position needs, and which players he loves in the draft.1:30-Three reasons the Patriots might be better than we think8:00-Three things we can’t stop worrying about with the Patriots11:30-Do the Patriots have anyone who intimidate opposing coaches?15:30-Ranking the Patriots' biggest position needs19:00-Three players Callahan loves in the draftWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/W7k0PVchXT4
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Apr 5, 2022 • 23min
How adding DeVante Parker impacts future Patriots plans
Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down how the addition of DeVante Parker will impact the Patriots future plans. Also, Mike Tannenbaum discusses the potential of Parker, and whether the Patriots or the Dolphins have a brighter future. 1:00-How adding DeVante Parker impacts future Patriots plans11:00-Ranking the Patriots biggest needs17:45-Mike Tannenbaum on the potential of Parker 21:00-Who has the edge: Patriots or Dolphins?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VnaJuYeuj0c
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Mar 31, 2022 • 33min
Is Tom Brady the bad guy for flexing muscles in Tampa?
Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry are sharing their thoughts on Bruce Arian's retirement, the role Tom Brady may have played in it and whether Robert Kraft is playing a dangerous game with Bill Belichick. They also react to Rich Ohrnberger's comments on the Brady-Arians situation.1:00 - Thoughts on the timeline of the Tom Brady return/ Bruce Arians retirement in Tampa9:30 - What caused the supposed rift between Tom Brady and Bruce Arians?17:30 - Do you have a problem with Tom Brady using his power to get what he wants in Tampa?22:00 - Did Robert Kraft turn the heat up on Bill Belichick with his comments this week?
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Mar 29, 2022 • 27min
Robert Kraft keeps the heat turned up at NFL owners meetings
Robert Kraft keeps the heat turned up at NFL owners meetingsTom Curran and Phil Perry react to Robert Kraft's comments from his media availability. How bothered is he by the Patriots not winning a playoff game in three years? Does he believe the Patriots can be true contenders this season?1:00-Does Robert Kraft have high expectations for this season?3:30-Highlights from Kraft's media availability14:30-What happens if this season doesn't go as well as Kraft expects?22:30-What to expect from Jabrill PeppersWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dybUjiQQ0ZY
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Mar 28, 2022 • 26min
Have the Patriots improved this offseason? Bill Belichick tells all
Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to Bill Belichick's first time meeting with the media this offseason. Does Bill Belichick think the Patriots have improved this offseason? What's the plan with the coaching staff?1:00-Does Bill Belichick believe the Patriots have gotten better since last year?4:00-Coaching staff plans following the loss of Josh McDaniels11:30-What are the Patriots working on now?16:00--What's your greater concern, the talent or the coaching?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0KLFKFZ_5EU
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