Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

Tom Curran and Phil Perry give their picks for the Patriots’ top 7 building blocks. John McClain from the Houston Chronicle discusses Belichick’s comments on Jack Easterby and previews Patriots-Texans. 1:30-Phil Perry’s report card for Patriots after win vs Ravens11:20-Who are the Patriots’ top 7 building blocks?19:00-How did this win change fans perspective of the Patriots’ playoff chances?30:00-John McClain from the Houston Chronicle previews Patriots-TexansWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guJOL4Xvj8Y&feature=youtu.be WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to the Patriots upsetting the Ravens. Does this win prove the Patriots have what it takes to be a legit playoff contender?2:00-Does a win over the Ravens prove the Patriots can be a playoff team?7:00-Perry: Cam Newton showed real improvement vs Ravens9:30-What was the biggest reason for Cam Newton’s production on offense?18:00-Impact of rookies and UDFA’s against BaltimoreWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gw8JwQ9EkT8 WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Cassel joins Tom Curran and Phil Perry to debate whether the Patriots made a mistake not drafting Lamar Jackson in 2018 and if that should be a factor in what they decide to do with Cam Newton after this season. The guys also preview Sunday night's Patriots-Ravens matchup.2:25-Should Cam Newton be part of the Patriots' plans beyond this season?12:15-Did the Pats make a mistake not drafting Lamar Jackson in 2018?25:54-Does the Pats defense have any chance of stopping Lamar Jackson and the Ravens offense?34:17-Can Cam Newton and the offense overcome Baltimore's defense?35:55-Patriots-Ravens game predictionsWatch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/_mlLtRHpsuA WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tom Curran and Phil Perry discuss the Patriots' thrilling 30-27 win over the New York Jets. Should we even be happy with the result? Later, Tom is joined by Pete Thamel of Yahoo Sports to talk about the top quarterbacks in the upcoming NFL Draft.0:48 - Tom and Phil answer the question we really want to know after the Patriots defeated the Jets in Week 9: Would we have rather had them lose?9:05 - Did we learn anything positive about this Patriots team from the win? Tom and Phil get into a heated debate about the skill level of the Pats secondary.22:08 - After Cam Newton's solid performance in the win, have we changed our minds about wanting him in New England next season?30:52 - Tom is joined by Pete Thamel, who covers college football for Yahoo Sports and targets three QBs in the upcoming NFL Draft: Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields and Trey Lance.40:38 - Pete discusses how the scouting process has been impacted by COVID-19 and how that could make for some interesting draft results next year. WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Cassel joins Tom Curran and Phil Perry to preview the Patriots-Jets matchup and debate whether Sam Darnold would be a good fit for the Patriots. Tony Dungy joins to discuss the Patriots’ struggles and his confidence in their future.1:00-Did the Patriots ever have a real succession plan for Tom Brady?6:30-Did Matt Cassel ruin how the Patriots view quarterbacks?15:30-Is Sam Darnold a good fit for the Patriots?26:00-Is it safe to say Jarrett Stidham is not the future?28:30-Tony Dungy on the state of the Patriots and their futureWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SO5Qk8kS8_8 WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to the Patriots not making any major moves at the trade deadline. Bert Breer from MMQB breaks down all the moves around the NFL.2:00-Could Isaiah Ford end up being a starter?5:30-Why Patriots made a mistake by not trading Joe Thuney9:00-Will the Patriots regret not trading Stephon Gilmore?19:30-Do Patriots think they can still be contenders in 2020?26:30-Bert Breer on lack of moves around NFL and market for GilmoreWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nxvEwVc4mFw WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tom Curran explains why starting ‘Stid is simply the wrong idea for the Patriots right now. Phil Perry gives his reasoning on the Patriots trying to accumulate as many picks as they can.4:00-Curran explains why now is not the time to move on from Cam Newton11:00-Perry on why the Patriots should accumulate as many picks as they can15:00-Was Jimmy G really the plan for the future?18:50-Belichick makes candid comments on Patriots’ cap situation and depth32:20-What was the rush to move on from Tom Brady?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sGP4RQuGa9w WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Cassel joins Tom Curran and Phil Perry to react to the news that Julian Edelman has had surgery and will miss time. Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic gives a Buffalo Bills perspective heading into Sunday. 1:00-Instant reaction to Julian Edelman surgery4:00-Is Edelman’s career with the Patriots over?7:30-Cassel on why the weather will be in the Patriots favor on Sunday18:00-Cassel on Cam’s hesitancy when throwing33:50-Matthew Fairburn previews Patriots-BillsWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cB-o1aKS8oo WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tom Curran and Phil Perry debate how Bill Belichick can get the Patriots back to their winning ways. Steve Palazzolo of Pro Football Focus breaks down his eye-opening grades for the Patriots. 1:00-What can Bill Belichick do to improve this team faster?7:00-Mathew Slater says Patriots let effort & attitude slip away15:30-Jedd Fisch addresses the hesitancy of Cam Newton when throwing26:30-Why ‘tanking’ this season to move up in the draft isn’t a good plan35:00-Steve Palazzolo breaks down PFF’s grades for the PatriotsWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Tdcu5vYBJ1s WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tom Curran and Phil Perry debate whether Cam Newton has the yips. With the Patriots’ weaknesses becoming more evident each week, what can they do to find success on the field?1:30-Curran: Cam Newton has a bad case of the yips; so now what?11:30-How can Josh McDaniels switch up the offensive game plan?24:30-Why can’t Jarrett Stidham take advantage of his opportunities?29:45-We are seeing what Tom Brady warned everyone about 33:30-How much blame does Bill Belichick deserve for lack of offensive weapons?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MMP9PVuOgAg WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.