
Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast
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.
Latest episodes

Apr 8, 2025 • 27min
Athletic reporter breaks down why Travis Hunter is truly an 'ELITE' 'RARE' talent
Tom Curran and Phil Perry welcome in The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman to discuss his NFL mock draft, which players are the best options for the Patriots at 4th overall, and… some good ole fashion northeast weather talk? 6:15- Why Travis Hunter is truly an elite talent -- regardless of which year he’s being drafted10:30- Why Abdul Carter is a freak athletic talent on par with Von Miller13:40- Breaking down whether or not the Patriots would be lampooned for taking Tyler Warren or Tet McMillan 4th overall20:50- What about Will Campbell or Jalon Carter if New England stays put? 23:45- Would either Josh Conerly or Josh Simmons be worth trading back into the latter portion of the first round late to take?
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Apr 4, 2025 • 34min
What we gleaned from Patriots trade of Joe Milton III, McDaniels presser
Tom Curran and Phil Perry share their reactions to the Patriots' trade of QB Joe Milton III. They also discuss Eliot Wolf's perspective on the team's recent moves and explore what the offense might look like under Josh McDaniels. 00:30 - Joe Milton III trade reaction 7:00 - Is Eliot Wolf on thin ice? 13:30 - What will the offense look like under Josh McDaniels 26:00 - Discussing the Patriots Hall of Fame
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Apr 1, 2025 • 30min
Robert Kraft bubbles over with optimism at NFL owners meetings
Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to what they heard from Mike Vrabel and Robert Kraft this week. Are the hopes for playoffs this season realistic? Also, they debate whether we have a better idea of what position the Patriots will target at No. 4.2:00- Are Robert Kraft’s hopes for playoffs realistic?7:45-What did we learn about who has final say at the draft?12:00-Debating which position the Patriots should target at No. 417:30-Kraft talks succession plans
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Mar 31, 2025 • 14min
Mike Vrabel weighs in on the state of the Patriots, Diggs, top draft prospects
Mike Vrabel met with the media on Monday at the NFL owner’s meetings. Tom Curran gives his biggest takeaways from the sit-down, and discusses what Vrabel’s comments mean for the Patriots. 1:00-Mike Vrabel on the goal to win the division3:45-Vrabel on the importance of the draft5:00-Vrabel has no concerns Will Campbell can play LT in the NFL 6:30-What position would the Patriots have Travis Hunter play?9:45-The addition of Stefon Diggs
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Mar 26, 2025 • 39min
Going deep on Diggs signing; how does this affect Patriots move at No. 4?
Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry share their thoughts on the Patriots’ 3-year, $69M deal with Stefon Diggs. They dive into how this move influences the team’s No. 4 draft pick and what would define a successful season for Diggs in the year ahead.2:00 - How does Diggs signing impact the Patriots' draft strategy?11:00 - What would a successful season look like for Diggs?14:00 - Concern level for Diggs' in the huddle27:00 - Why signing Diggs was the right move
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Mar 25, 2025 • 21min
Bill O’Brien on BC’s prospects and what non-QB position he’d build on first
Bill O’Brien joins Tom Curran and Phil Perry to discuss the Patriots attending Boston College’s Pro Day in advance of the NFL draft. Which players from B.C. are realistic targets for the Patriots in the draft? 1:00-Bill O’Brien on the Patriots' presence at Boston College Pro Day2:30-The importance of a strong offensive line in the NFL5:30-O’Brien’s assessment of Ozzy Trapilo and Drew Kendall 8:00-What are the keys to a successful rebuild of a football team?15:30-Non-QB position Bill would build on first
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Mar 20, 2025 • 43min
Brian Hoyer says Patriots’ choice at No. 4 is EASY if it’s LT vs. WR
Tom Curran and Phil Perry talk with Brian Hoyer to get his opinion on how the Patriots can build their offense for success under Drake Maye.1:00-Hoyer's pick on what a QB wants more, tackle or WR?7:00-What position has the bigger potential of being a bust at No.411:00-How much can the offense improve under Josh McDaniels?13:00-Making the case for Stefon Diggs23:00-Potential of Joe Milton
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Mar 18, 2025 • 41min
Devin McCourty on free agency, David Andrews, Travis Hunter and a “sad” day in Patriots history
Devin McCourty joined Phil Perry and Tom E. Curran to talk about everything related to the Patriots offseason. There are still many glaring holes on the roster, but McCourty still thinks the team has improved in free agency. He also offers his take on how the Patriots can fill those holes as the offseason progresses. Plus, McCourty weighs in on the direction the Patriots should go with the No. 4 pick in the 20245 NFL draft.4:46 - What does Devin McCourty think about the Patriots prioritizing culture instead of winning now in free agency?9:04 - What do the Patriots lose leadership-wise with losses of Jonathan Jones, Deatrich Wise and David Andrews?11:01 - Devin McCourty says it should have been a “no brainer” to keep David Andrews on the roster through training camp15:36 - Devin McCourty says there’s “no doubt” the Patriots got better this free agency, especially on defense 18:12 - Tom E. Curran thinks the Patriots HAVE TO fix the hole at left tackle with the No. 4 pick22:45 - How would Travis Hunter fit with the Patriots if he falls to 4 in the draft?27:40 - Jakobi Meyers reunion in New England??32:05 - Devin McCourty’s reaction to the anniversary of Tom Brady’s announcement he will not be returning to the Patriots
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Mar 13, 2025 • 27min
What do Andrews release and Patriots FA adds say about team's direction?
Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to the news of the Patriots moving on from David Andrews. They also give their takeaways from the Patriots’ availability on Thursday.1:00 - Reaction to the Patriots releasing David Andrews 9:00 - Examining Eliot Wolf’s role 12:30 - Mike Vrabel wants free agents that want to come here 21:00 - Reacting to Andrews' farewell social media post
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Mar 10, 2025 • 30min
NFL tampering period begins: Patriots get their guys... just not the ones we were expecting
The NFL tampering period is finally here and the Patriots are busy making moves... just not the ones we were expecting. Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down everything we've seen from the team and around the league over the last 24 hours. 1:00- Was it a net benefit that the Patriots pivoted to shoring up the defense to start free agency?6:00- Breaking down the 'culture adds' that Mike Vrabel and company have signed so far10:55- Why Milton Williams, Harold Landry, Morgan Moses and Carlton Davis are solid additions23:30- Where does the team look now at wide receiver?27:20- Why the Justin Fields and Sam Darnold signings are great news for Patriots fans
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