Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

Tom Curran talks with Jeff Howe about his recent health battle. They also debate who deserves to be inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame, and evaluate the Patriots' biggest needs heading into the draft. 1:00-Howe details his recent health battle18:30-Patriots Hall of Fame nominee debate: Making the case for Welker and Parcells32:00-Evaluating the Patriots' biggest need heading into the draft36:30-Can the Patriots build through the draft the way the Bills have?44:00-Pair Mac Jones with Jameson Williams or John Metchie!Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/efbhl58fl4o 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 Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald about the three things we cannot stop worrying about with this Patriots team. Callahan also breaks down the Patriots' biggest position needs, and which players he loves in the draft.1:30-Three reasons the Patriots might be better than we think8:00-Three things we can’t stop worrying about with the Patriots11:30-Do the Patriots have anyone who intimidate opposing coaches?15:30-Ranking the Patriots' biggest position needs19:00-Three players Callahan loves in the draftWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/W7k0PVchXT4 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 break down how the addition of DeVante Parker will impact the Patriots future plans. Also, Mike Tannenbaum discusses the potential of Parker, and whether the Patriots or the Dolphins have a brighter future. 1:00-How adding DeVante Parker impacts future Patriots plans11:00-Ranking the Patriots biggest needs17:45-Mike Tannenbaum on the potential of Parker 21:00-Who has the edge: Patriots or Dolphins?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VnaJuYeuj0c 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 E. Curran and Phil Perry are sharing their thoughts on Bruce Arian's retirement, the role Tom Brady may have played in it and whether Robert Kraft is playing a dangerous game with Bill Belichick. They also react to Rich Ohrnberger's comments on the Brady-Arians situation.1:00 - Thoughts on the timeline of the Tom Brady return/ Bruce Arians retirement in Tampa9:30 - What caused the supposed rift between Tom Brady and Bruce Arians?17:30 - Do you have a problem with Tom Brady using his power to get what he wants in Tampa?22:00 - Did Robert Kraft turn the heat up on Bill Belichick with his comments this week? 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.

Robert Kraft keeps the heat turned up at NFL owners meetingsTom Curran and Phil Perry react to Robert Kraft's comments from his media availability. How bothered is he by the Patriots not winning a playoff game in three years? Does he believe the Patriots can be true contenders this season?1:00-Does Robert Kraft have high expectations for this season?3:30-Highlights from Kraft's media availability14:30-What happens if this season doesn't go as well as Kraft expects?22:30-What to expect from Jabrill PeppersWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dybUjiQQ0ZY 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 Bill Belichick's first time meeting with the media this offseason. Does Bill Belichick think the Patriots have improved this offseason? What's the plan with the coaching staff?1:00-Does Bill Belichick believe the Patriots have gotten better since last year?4:00-Coaching staff plans following the loss of Josh McDaniels11:30-What are the Patriots working on now?16:00--What's your greater concern, the talent or the coaching?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0KLFKFZ_5EU 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.

The band is back together! Tom Curran, Phil Perry and Matt Cassel discuss where the Patriots rank in the AFC East now that the Dolphins have acquired Tyreek Hill. 1:00-Where do the Patriots stack up in the AFC East post-Tyreek Hill?3:00-Weighing the advantage of having Bill Belichick12:00-Evaluating the concern for Mac Jones' development in 202217:00-Do the Patriots need to draft a CB to get faster on defense?22:00-Why are the Patriots not shopping for players like Tyreek Hill and Davante Adams?26:00-How can the Patriots utilize Jonnu Smith more next year?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/G3vu23NTw1U 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 former Vikings GM, Rick Spielman, about the team-building approaches around the NFL. He discusses the lack of activity by the Patriots in free agency, and why he expects a Year 2 leap from last year's additions.2:00-Is there a philosophical change around the NFL? Are draft picks less valued and salary cap less feared?7:00-Should we expect a Year 2 improvement from last season's free agent additions on the Patriots?12:00-Should Patriots' fans be losing trust in Bill Belichick?13:30-Is the cap...crap?22:00-Spielman on the optimistic future for Mac30:00-What goes on behind the scenes when the Browns decided to acquire Deshaun Watson?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mrRWqIJw780 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 PFF's Steve Palazzolo, who gives his winners and losers in free agency. Later, Phil Perry joins to break down which Patriots fits are still available in free agency. 4:00-Steve Palazzolo on winners and losers in free agency 7:00-The impact of Von Miller going to the Bills 4:00-What's the future for Deshaun Watson and Baker Mayfield?14:30-How do the Patriots get more out of Jonnu Smith?26:30-Phil Perry breaks down which Patriots fits are still availableWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HHn9f9xsLuk 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 break down the Patriots' biggest needs in free agency and give their "wish list" for the Patriots. Which position is a higher priority, WR or CB? 1:00-Devin McCourty is back and it's the right move!4:00-Realistic WR options in free agency for the Patriots7:00-Would JuJu Smith-Schuster be a good fit for the Patriots?9:00-Is CB a bigger need than WR for the Patriots?23:00-How big of a concern is the LB position?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aIwuvSEModk 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.