Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

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Oct 22, 2020 • 49min

Should the Patriots fear Jimmy G?

Matt Cassel joins Tom Curran and Phil Perry to debate why Jimmy G is not living up to expectations. Also, Garoppolo talks to NBC Sports Bay Area about his time in New England. 1:00-Is Jimmy Garoppolo a good NFL QB?7:00-Did the Patriots luck out by not building around Jimmy G?20:00-Jimmy Garoppolo reflects on his time in New England in interview with NBC Sports Bay Area25:45-If the Patriots are sellers at the deadline, why Gilmore could goWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_Alnagr480k 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.
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Oct 20, 2020 • 48min

Should the Patriots even want Jimmy Garoppolo back if he becomes available?

Tom Curran and Phil Perry discuss whether defenses are developing a blueprint on how to stop Cam Newton. Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area joins to preview the matchup on Sunday, and discuss the future of Jimmy G.3:00-Are defenses developing a blueprint on how to stop Cam Newton?8:30-Is it even worth it for the Pats to add a receiver?19:30-Did Belichick take a shot at Gronk when praising Kittle?27:30-Did Patriots luck out by not keeping Jimmy G? 35:00-Matt Maiocco: Patriots-49ers preview40:00-Do the 49ers believe in Jimmy G?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/raXgcipf8uA 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.
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Oct 19, 2020 • 30min

The Aftermath: Who is to blame for the Patriots loss to the Broncos?

Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down the good, the bad, and the really bad from the Patriots loss to the Broncos. Can the Patriots be contenders with the team they have?3:00-Can the Patriots be contenders with the team they have?4:30-Reasons for Cam Newton’s struggles vs Denver9:30-What is stopping N’Keal Harry from becoming a consistent producer for the Patriots?19:00-Do the Patriots need to reevaluate how they use the TE position?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OFPrr_5xDaQ 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.
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Oct 15, 2020 • 43min

Why the Patriots should be buyers at the trade deadline

Matt Cassel joins Tom Curran and Phil Perry to discuss why the Patriots should be buyers at the trade deadline. Also, how will the layoff impact the Patriots on the field on Sunday?2:00-There’s a loose end in the COVID chaos12:20-How will the layoff impact the Patriots on the field?14:15-Making the case for the Patriots to acquire Le’Veon Bell20:00-Should the Patriots be buyers at the trade deadline?32:00-Tom Curran’s NFL power rankingsWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/iXqMToX7Cn8 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.
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Oct 12, 2020 • 47min

Patriots take their health and wellness into their own hands

Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry recap a long week for the Patriots, and react to the Patriots-Broncos game being postponed until next Sunday. Does the NFL have the Patriots’ best interests at heart?2:00-Jason McCourty speaks out on how Patriots’ players feel about the NFL’s handling of COVID-19 4:00-Who made the call on the Patriots-Broncos game being postponed?8:30-Are the Broncos getting hosed?17:00-Will Cam Newton and Stephon Gilmore play vs Broncos?37 :00-Did the Patriots dodge a bullet not having Jimmy G replace Tom Brady?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OKUpZyz_o48 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.
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Oct 8, 2020 • 44min

Covering every angle of a bizarre week for Patriots

Matt Cassel joins Tom Curran and Phil Perry to discuss every angle of the bizarre week for the Patriots. Judy Battista from NFL.com talks about the cautious optimism around the NFL regarding completing this season.4:30-Cassel on struggles Patriots' players face trying to prepare for Denver14:00-Judy Battista on NFL being ‘cautiously optimistic’ about this season27:00-What does it take to get back on the field after testing positive for COVID-19? 28:00-Who should start if Cam cannot play?37:45-Should the Patriots be looking for a WR at the trade deadline?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/L1QtP6c8hUs 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.
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Oct 6, 2020 • 26min

The Patriots should have started Jarrett Stidham

Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to the Patriots’ 26-10 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Did Jarrett Stidham prove he should be the Patriots’ #2 QB?1:30-Perry on why Bill Belichick showed his still the best coach in the NFL 5:30-Did Jarrett Stidham prove he should be the #2 guy?9:00-Reactions to Brian Hoyer’s mistakes vs Chiefs15:00-How much trouble would the Patriots be in if they didn’t acquire Cam Newton?18:00-Are we buying in on Damien Harris?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-sWppQTP85k 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.
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Oct 4, 2020 • 30min

NFL out on a limb by having Patriots play Chiefs on Monday

Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to the NFL scheduling the Patriots to face the Chiefs on Monday after Cam Newton tested positive for COVID-19. Is the NFL being irresponsible?1:00-Is the NFL being irresponsible by playing on Monday?6:00-Dr. Myron Rolle on incubation period for Cam Newton21:30-Why start Brian Hoyer over Jarrett Stidham?25:30-Do the Patriots have any shot at beating the Chiefs?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JvI-6VEuM-o 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.
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Oct 1, 2020 • 55min

How the heck can the Patriots match Mahomes' supercharged Chiefs?

Tom E. Curran, Phil Perry and former Patriots quarterback Matt Cassel preview the Patriots' Week 4 with the Kansas City Chiefs and discuss Kansas City's potency on offense. Tom is also joined by Sam Mellinger of the KC Star to get an inside look at what the Patriots might be able to do to stop Patrick Mahomes.2:15 - As a former NFL quarterback, who better to break down what Patrick Mahomes does well than Matt Cassel? Tom, Phil and Matt also discuss the hypothetical of a Tom Brady-led Chiefs and a Patrick Mahomes-led Patriots in 2019.11:40 - The Chiefs are under the impression that they're in the early stages of a dynasty. Can they actually win three Super Bowls in four or five years like the Patriots have done?21:15 - Tom is joined by columnist for the Kansas City Star Sam Mellinger to discuss the potential future success of the Chiefs, how they currently view the Patriots and what their Week 3 win over the Ravens showed us. They also talk about Sam's past interactions with Matt Cassel.34:10 - Matt talks about his perception of the media when he was a player, specifically about his interactions with Mellinger. Him, Tom and Phil discuss the relationship between players and reporters and how it's navigated on each side.42:50 - Tom, Matt and Phil dive into the upcoming Patriots-Chiefs matchup, give their keys to success for the Patriots and finish with their final predictions. 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.
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Sep 29, 2020 • 56min

Cam Newton's personality is the real deal, and so are the Chiefs

Tom Curran and Phil Perry discuss the Patriots upcoming challenge: a Sunday night showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs. Tom is joined by Darin Gantt of ProFootballTalk to talk about how we perceived Cam Newton before he joined the Patriots vs. how we look at him now.1:00 - Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry take a look at the Patriots Week 4 matchup with the Chiefs and discuss how New England's offense can keep up with their opponent.9:00 - Are the Patriots allowed to have a second 'moral victory' game after their loss to the Seahawks in Week 2?19:00 - With the Tennessee Titans being temporarily shut down after a small Covid-19 outbreak, Tom and Phil discuss how the league can move forward now that the inevitable has occurred.27:30 - Phil goes through his Week 3 Report Card grades, overviewing the performance of Cam Newton, the Patriots offensive line and the running backs group.35:45 - Tom admits that he was wrong about his initial perception of Cam Newton, not the quarterback, but the person.41:15 - Tom is joined by Darin Gantt of ProFootballTalk to discuss Cam Newton's personality and early success in New England. The two also discuss the NFL's best options for dealing with potential cancelled games due to Covid-19. 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.

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