Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

Since the end of the season, have the Patriots’ additions and subtractions made them a better team? Tom Curran debates that question and gives his take on what moves need to be next. Devin McCourty talks about retirement and what he thinks about the potential of this year’s team. Lastly, Brent Harris of WBAL joins to discuss the Baltimore perspective on Lamar Jackson. 2:30-Are the Patriots better since the end of last season? 10:00-What's left to do for the Patriots? 12:30-Is Lamar Jackson a realistic option? 21:30-Devin McCourty 1-on-1 28:00-Brent Harris talks the latest with Lamar 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 signing JuJu Smith-Schuster, is he an upgrade over Jakobi Meyers? What is Bill Belichick’s philosophy as he tries to improve the offense?2:00-Why is JuJu Smith-Schuster a good signing?4:00-JuJu vs. Jakobi Meyers debate14:00-Trying to figure out Bill Belichick’s philosophy17:00-Is Tyquan Thornton going to be the field stretcher?29:00- Is Bill Belichick not spending because Robert Kraft doesn’t want him to? 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.

On the latest Patriots Talk Podcast, Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry react to Jakobi Meyers signing a 3-year, $33M deal with the Las Vegas Raiders. They try to make sense of the Patriots' decision to not sign the WR and discuss what their plan is. They also talk about Lamar Jackson and whether value matters anymore1:00 - Curran shares what he's hearing about the Jakobi Meyers situation8:00 - Do the Patriots have a plan? 15:00 - Does value matter anymore?19:00 - What are the Patriots' goals 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.

Tom Curran and Phil Perry debate whether the Patriots should go after DeAndre Hopkins. Do you NEED a big-name WR to win in today’s NFL? Plus, a deep dive into upcoming free agency. :30-Making the case to go after DeAndre Hopkins 7:00-Do you NEED a big-name WR to be a great offense in 2023? 10:30-How big does the splash in free agency need to be? 13:00-Would Hopkins be excited to come to New England? 16:00-Free agency preview Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/t7pI2a2EicM 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 all the news and rumors around the NFL. Will Josh McDaniels try to reunite with Mac Jones? Could Tom Brady come out of retirement to join the Dolphins? 1:00-Could the Dolphins lure Tom Brady out of retirement? 7:00-What to make of the Mac Jones to the Raiders “chatter” 12:00-Did Derek Carr’s move help establish a middle class QB market? 17:00-Are the Ravens making the right move with Lamar Jackson? 25:00-Whose stock is up after the NFL combine? Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0bLdDv0jJVI 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 talks with Pete Kendall and Michael McCann about some of the realities the Patriots will have to confront as they enter free agency. How will taxes, facilities and chances of winning impact which players want to come to New England? :30-Realities the Patriots will have to confront as they pursue free agency 4:00-How will the new millionaire tax rate impact Patriots players? 7:30-Impact of Patriots’ facilities getting ranked 24th out of 32 teams 13:00-How can the NFL make it worthwhile for players to enter the combine? Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3ICYLrAIOO0 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 welcome in former Green Bay Packers executive Andrew Brandt to break down why claims you can’t build long-term around a top of the market QB are bogus and how the Patriots should handle the final years of Mac Jones’ rookie contract.4:42- Andrew explains why it’s overblown to think you can’t build a Super Bowl winner with a $40M QB and what actually gets teams in trouble with the salary cap13:20- Is having a QB on a rookie deal actually an overrated advantage then when building a roster?16:10- Andrew breaks down the real issue with QB salaries right now22:55- Is the cap really “crap” for big market teams?25:25- What should the Patriots do with Mac Jones?Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UYVCZGXrfKA 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 go position by position and break down the Patriots’ current roster on offense. What positions are set for the foreseeable future and where should the team look to make changes this offseason? 2:15- The future of Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe11:10- Wide receiver group15:00- Running backs17:55- Tight ends21:45- Offensive lineWatch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Dwq4U-OuK9U 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 Chiefs beating the Eagles 38-35 in Super Bowl LVII. What will it take for the Chiefs to be considered a dynasty? How much credit does Andy Reid deserve? 4:00-Chiefs are not a dynasty until they win three! 12:00-How many Super Bowls will Patrick Mahomes end up with? 15:00-Stop comparing Patrick Mahomes to Tom Brady! 23:00-Andy Reid vs Bill Belichick Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wtNpwqiP96s 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 chats with Adam Vinatieri about the mindset that led to him becoming one of the most-clutch kickers in NFL history, why he feels he’ll always be a Patriot, and if he ever thinks about making the Hall of Fame once he becomes eligible for induction.0:40- 1-on-1 with Adam Vinatieri3:20- Vinatieri explains how he became such a good kicker in clutch situations7:25- Adam shares why he feels he’ll always be a New England Patriot10:00- Adam on getting back into shape after retiring from the NFL11:40- Does Adam ever think about making the Hall of Fame?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tD4NXAr72MM 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.