Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

Tom E. Curran shares some final thoughts on the Patriots’ loss to the Colts and where the team goes from here before welcoming in Phil Perry, Aaron Schatz of Football Outsiders and Frank Frigo of Champion Gaming and EdjSports to discuss the status of NFL analytics and some of the more controversial coaching decisions this season. Finally, Tom is joined by Kyle Van Noy to discuss the loss in Indianapolis and the coming AFC East showdown against the Bills. 0:40- Tom shares some final thoughts on Patriots-Colts and discusses where the team stands headed into their game against the Bills12:40- What caused the analytics debate to become so angry of late?20:55- Breaking down what numbers and stats go into creating the major analytic models26:48- Debating whether or not Bill Belichick was wrong to kick the field goal on 4th-and-7 during the 4th quarter against the Colts37:50- Debating some of the most controversial calls in the league this season, including: having Nick Folk attempt a 56-yard field goal vs. the Buccaneers and John Harbaugh’s decision to attempt a 2-point conversion in the final minute of Sunday’s loss to the Packers (45:40)54:22- Kyle Van Noy joins to discuss the disappointing loss to the Colts, getting ready for the Bills and balancing family time with football obligations during the holiday seasonWatch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qp0Gwnh0Xi4 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’ 27-17 loss against the Colts. Was this a sign of things to come or just an aberration?3:00-Mac Jones and Bill Belichick show their frustration following the loss7:00-Was this a sign of things to come or just an aberration?13:30-How big of a problem is the Patriots’ run defense?16:00-Mac Jones responded to adversity, but it was too late22:00-Can the Patriots beat a team that can stop the run?26:00-How much should we read into Mac Jones’ performance?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XFjYQ0X3rG8 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, Phil Perry and Matt Cassel discuss the firing of Urban Meyer and whether Josh McDaniels would be a good fit for that job. They also preview the Patriots' BIG matchup against the Colts.2:00-Reaction to Urban Meyer firing9:00-How much will the Indianapolis situation impact Josh McDaniels’ chances?12:00-Is McDaniels a good fit for the Jaguars job?15:00-Will Josh McDaniels stick around to be the successor to Bill Belichick?20:00-How Bobby Okereke's comments could fuel the Patriots 21:30-Keys to Patriots-ColtsWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/m5aIQqZAngE 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 this episode of the Patriots Talk Podcast, Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry are joined by Stephen Holder, Senior Writer at the Athletic covering the NFL & the Colts. The guys discuss just how good this Colts team is, what we could see from the Patriots offense on Saturday night and the similar arcs of these two teams over the past few years. Plus, Tom is joined by Kyle Van Noy to discuss the upcoming matchup and the passing of his friend & former teammate, Demaryius Thomas1:00 - Comparing the 2021 Patriots to the 2019 Patriots4:00 - Are the Colts a good team?11:30 - How will the Patriots attack the Colts offensively on Saturday night?17:00 - How similar are the Colts and the Patriots?19:45 - Kyle Van Noy joins Tom to discuss scoreboard watching, the upcoming matchup with the Colts and the passing of his friend & former teammate, Demaryius Thomas 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 Sports Illustrated’s John Wertheim about his story on Tom Brady being named the 2021 Sportsperson of the Year. They discuss Brady’s evolution in Tampa and why he is still protective of his first family, the Patriots. 2:00-How did Wertheim find a new angle to avoid ‘Brady fatigue?’4:00-Wertheim details his sit-down interview with Brady7:30-Why is Brady more willing to share his secrets to playing longer now?9:30-Would Brady have had the same success with a team other than Tampa Bay?12:00-Brady is still protective of his first family, the Patriots26:00-Wertheim on why Tom Brady is EverymanWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/b1-BzNOJBFYCheck out Wertheim's article here: https://www.si.com/sportsperson/2021/12/08/tom-brady-wins-sports-illustrated-sportsperson-of-the-year-daily-cover 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, Phil Perry and Matt Cassel discuss how Bill Belichick and Tom Brady's relationship has evolved this year. How much has their teams' success helped mend their relationship? Also, revisiting preseason predictions and making the case for Matt Judon for DPOY.1:00-What was the conversation like between Tom Brady and Bill Belichick following their game on October 3rd?5:00-How much has the success of their teams helped mend Belichick and Brady's relationship?14:30-Revisiting Tom & Phil’s preseason predictions. Why are we surprised they are 9-4?19:00-Making the case for Matt Judon for Defensive Player of the Year30:00-Heading into bye week, what’s the Patriots’ biggest weakness?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LVrbr9yy4xk 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’ 14-10 win over the Bills. What message did the Patriots send to the rest of the league with that win?3:00-Curran: Three-throw night for Mac, doesn’t mean the Patriot don’t trust him9:30-Where does this game rank among Belichick’s greatest coaching performances? 14:00-Will this game leave a mark on the Bills?18:30-Bills’ reaction to being “embarrassed” by the loss24:30-WHY WAS N’KEAL HARRY RETURNING PUNTS?!33:30-Has Belichick proven he can win without Brady?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xGaLXBNY2dw 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, Phil Perry and Matt Cassel preview the Patriots' BIG game against the Bills. How much will the noise from the 'Bills Mafia' impact the game? 1:00-How much will the Buffalo crowd impact Monday’s game?11:00-Who would you rather have, Mac Jones or Josh Allen?16:00-Will Mac Jones be a truck or a trailer for the Patriots?20:00-Does the Bills defense pose the biggest threat to the Patriots?23:30-How will Brian Daboll attack the Patriots defense?25:30-The impact of Kyle Dugger possibly missing the gameWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QbJ5OWBw1TY 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 critics are being too tough on Mac Jones’ performance against the Titans. Also, Kyle Van Noy discusses the Patriots’ mindset after winning six straight. 1:00-Curran: Enough with the Maclash! Why is everyone being so hard on Mac?15:30-Josh McDaniels weighs in on Mac’s performance against the Titans27:30-Is Mac having a better first year than Brady?33:30-Kyle Van Noy on the Patriots’ mindset after winning six straightWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ONKKMA-53ZE 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’ 36-13 win over the Titans. Have the Patriots proven they are the best team in the AFC?1:00-Curran: The Patriots say what they’ll do and do what they say4:00-Have the Patriots proven they are the best team in the AFC?8:20-Perry: Patriots’ improvement in turning the ball over has been key13:45-How much did offseason self-scouting improve this 2021 Patriots team?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eD0XZs5JNOg 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.