Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast Patriots fans have a lot to be thankful for, but there’s still ways to improve!
Nov 25, 2025
Thanksgiving-themed discussions kick off with a reality check on the Patriots' impressive 10-2 record. The hosts dive into injury concerns affecting key players and how that impacts the run game. They analyze the team's struggles in the red zone and share strategies for improvement, such as utilizing quarterback runs. As playoff potential looms, they explore possible routes to snagging the No. 1 seed in the AFC. The episode concludes with lighthearted trivia and reflections on the season's ups and downs.
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Perspective On The 10-2 Turnaround
- The Patriots' 10-2 record is a major season-over-season leap from 12-39 across three years.
- Tom Curran argues perspective matters amid small setbacks and inflated expectations.
Plan For Key Injury Contingencies
- Monitor injury timelines closely because losing starters like Will Campbell and Jared Verse can hamper short-yardage identity.
- Prepare backups and adjust schemes now to avoid late-season breakdowns in the run game and goal-line.
Red Zone Inefficiency Is A Core Problem
- The Patriots struggle in the red zone on both sides of the ball with subpar touchdown rates.
- Tom Curran and Phil Perry link that directly to run-game and personnel limitations.