Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

NBC Sports Boston
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Nov 24, 2021 • 28min

Titans' unraveling coming at perfect time for Patriots

Tom Curran, Phil Perry and Matt Cassel break down the keys to the Patriots getting a win over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. Also, Cassel shares some of his favorite stories about playing with Mike Vrabel including their "divorce" in Tennessee.1:00-Are the Titans a contender or pretender without Derrick Henry?3:00-Are you buying or selling Ryan Tannehill as a good QB?7:30-Is Mac Jones better than Ryan Tannehill?8:00-Did the Patriots dodge a bullet not going for Julio Jones?10:15-Breaking down the keys to the Patriots-Titans game19:30-Cassel shares stories about playing with VrabelWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KEH6imGMMNk 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.
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Nov 23, 2021 • 44min

CHAOS IN THE AFC! Who’s dead? Who’s just sleeping?

Tom Curran and Phil Perry try to make sense of the chaos in the AFC, which teams are for real? Also, Tom sounds off on how fed up he is with Thanksgiving food takes.1:00-Curran vs Phil: Should Thanksgiving food takes be canceled?7:00-Would Josh McDaniels take the Bears job? If so, who would replace him?10:30-CHAOS IN THE AFC! Who’s dead? Who’s just sleeping?19:30-Will the Patriots’ balance make them the most deadly in the playoffs?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QaHjB79JREU 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.
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Nov 19, 2021 • 23min

The Aftermath: Patriots put the clamps on the Falcons

Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down the Patriots’ 25-0 blowout win over the Atlanta Falcons. Just how dominant can the Patriots’ defense be? What do the Patriots need to clean up before facing the Titans?0:30-Perry: This Patriots defense can be dangerous!3:30-What is the biggest factor in their defensive success?8:20-Who gets the defensive game ball in win over the Falcons?12:30-Grading Mac Jones' performance against the Falcons20:00-What do the Patriots need to clean up before facing the Titans?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/B8CP0MxQ14o 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.
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Nov 16, 2021 • 38min

Is this Belichick’s best yet? Did luck or design land Mac in New England?

Tom Curran and Phil Perry preview the Patriots-Falcons matchup, is there any concern the Falcons can steal a win on a short week? Also, where does this season rank in Bill Belichick’s best seasons?1:00-Heated debate: Where does this season rank in Bill Belichick’s best coaching seasons?13:00-How Mac Jones has helped Patriots fans get over Tom Brady20:30-Get to know the 2021 Atlanta Falcons31:00-Do the Falcons have too many issues to be a threat to the Patriots?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DnDvcep_IOA 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.
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Nov 15, 2021 • 39min

How a Patriots defensive tweak set stage for Mac Jones’ attack

Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down the Patriots’ 45-7 win over the Browns. How was the Patriots’ defense able to shut down Baker Mayfield and the Browns’ offense? Mac Jones continues to impress; is he even better than we realized?1:00-Have the Patriots proven they are a legit contender?5:00-What did the Patriots’ defense do to shut down the Browns offense?11:00-It’s time to stop waiting for Mac Jones to turn into a pumpkin15:00-Is Mac Jones’ ceiling even higher than we anticipated?21:00-Who deserves more credit, Mac Jones or the Patriots’ system?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/A7TKo5Ho8sU 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.
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Nov 11, 2021 • 35min

What will be the Patriots’ Achilles' heel in 2021?

Tom Curran, Phil Perry and Matt Cassel preview the Browns-Patriots matchup. They also debate what will be the Patriots' Achilles' heel in 2021. Matt Cassel also shares stories of some of the scariest defenders he went up against in the NFL.1:00-Are the Patriots only one player away from being a Super Bowl contender?2:40-What will be the Patriots' Achilles' heel in 2021? 7:45-How will the Patriots attack the Browns defense?14:00-Would you rather have Baker Mayfield or Mac Jones for the next seven years?19:45-Cassel to Brian Burns: 'Get over it!'24:00-King in his Cassel: Who’s the scariest defender Matt ever faced?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BONhNyAReFc 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.
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Nov 9, 2021 • 50min

Hot button Tuesday: Who will be Bill Belichick’s successor?

Tom Curran and Phil Perry coming at ya with a “hot button Tuesday” pod! Who would you like to see eventually succeed Bill Belichick as head coach?2:30-Quick Slants poll: Who would you like to see eventually succeed Bill Belichick as head coach?13:00-Mac Jones offers explanation for “dirty” play 19:30-What should the Patriots do about the looming J.C. Jackson situation?24:00-Bill Belichick fires back at Stephon Gilmore 39:30-Kyle Van Noy on win over Panthers, mindset facing the Browns Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/v_iJ4vBGO5s 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.
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Nov 8, 2021 • 44min

Aftermath: Patriots’ win over Panthers sparks optimism and concerns

Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down the Patriots’ 24-6 win over the Panthers. What has been the key to the defensive success? Does Mac Jones deserve the heat he’s getting for twisting Brian Burns’ ankle?1:00-Curran: Patriots proved they can beat teams with only one engine4:00-Perry: Patriots’ ability to adapt on defense has led to success22:00-What to make of Mac Jones’ up-and-down day25:30-Debating whether Mac Jones twisting Brian Burns’ ankle was a dirty play 30:00-AFC East is open for business!Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/35-GhBlAiEQ 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.
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Nov 4, 2021 • 39min

Attack or avoid? How should Patriots deal with Stephon Gilmore?

Tom Curran, Phil Perry, and Matt Cassel preview the Patriots-Panthers matchup; how much will Stephon Gilmore impact the game? Also, the debut of your new favorite segment “King in the Cassel”.1:30 - Attack or avoid? How should Patriots deal with Gilmore?6:30 - Does this have the potential to be a let-down game for the Patriots?8:30 - Why has Sam Darnold struggled in his NFL career?15:30 - Reaction to Aaron Rodgers missing Sunday’s game due to COVID23:00 - Any concern Mac Jones is hitting the rookie wall?29:30 - Debut of “King in the Cassel”Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YERVZP7B0As 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.
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Nov 2, 2021 • 33min

Patriots standing pat at trade deadline sends a message

Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to the Patriots making no moves at the trade deadline. What message does that send about the confidence in their team? Also, Kyle Van Noy stops by to discuss the win over Chargers and facing Stephon Gilmore.1:00-What does the Patriots inactivity at the deadline tell you about their confidence in their team?4:30-Will the Patriots regret not trading for a cornerback?7:00-Reaction to Deshaun Watson not being traded17:20-Assessing the contenders in the AFC, does anybody scare you?24:00-Kyle Van Noy on win over Chargers, and facing Stephon GilmoreWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-6bs2mJHNiU 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.

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