Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

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Jun 8, 2021 • 17min

Deion Branch goes deep on Julio Jones, Cam Newton

Tom Curran talks with Deion Branch about why Julio Jones would not have been a good fit in the Patriots offense, and why he expects Cam Newton to be a much better QB in 2021.1:45-Why the Patriots ultimately didn’t get Julio Jones6:00-Deion Branch explains why the Patriots offense wouldn’t have been a good fit for Julio Jones11:00-Branch on why he expects Cam Newton to be a better QB in 202114:00-Ted Johnson: Mac Jones should be the starter, but he won’t beWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7AiNd_J0KHI 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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Jun 4, 2021 • 14min

Emergency OTA pod: Cam Newton leaves practice with injury

Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down Friday’s session of OTA’s for the Patriots. Cam Newton leaves practice with an injury to his throwing hand, how will the injury impact his preparation for the season?1:00-Cam Newton hurt his throwing hand on Friday, how bad is it?3:30-If Cam sits out next week’s OTAs, how will it impact preparation for the season?6:00-Breaking down Mac Jones & Jarrett Stidham’s practice on Friday9:30-Who had a better day on Friday, offense or defense?12:20-Julio Jones watch: Is the price for him going down?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xjLmJaPZX0E 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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Jun 3, 2021 • 32min

Josh McDaniels goes deep on Mac Jones, Cam Newton and the learning curve

Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to Josh McDaniels’ comments regarding Mac Jones, Cam Newton and the learning curve it will take for the Patriots to get ready for the season.1:45-With all the additions, what’s the excitement level for the Patriots offense going into the season?3:30-Josh McDaniels on his impressions so far coaching Mac Jones6:45-Should we be optimistic that Cam Newton will be better this year?16:00-How will the attendance at OTA’s impact the progression of the Patriots?Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eoNU3CyPVbQ 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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Jun 1, 2021 • 36min

Is the Patriots QB room with Cam Newton and Mac Jones…good?

Tom Curran and Phil Perry debate whether the Patriots are in a ‘good spot’ at QB. Also, what would it take for Mac Jones to start over Cam Newton in Week 1?2:20-Are the Patriots in a ‘good spot’ at the QB position?6:00-Breaking down the benefits of building around a rookie QB15:00-What would it take for Mac Jones to start Week 1?19:00-Making the case for why you should play Mac sooner rather than later22:00-Bill Cowher is still giving Patriots a pass on Spygate30:00-What deal should the Patriots offer for Julio Jones?Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uE7r84h4AQQ 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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May 27, 2021 • 36min

A little look at Mac Jones and the Patriots at OTAs

Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down their day 1 observations from Patriots OTA’s. Which players impressed the most?3:00-First impressions of Mac Jones at OTA’s5:15-How impressive was Mac Jones’ accuracy during Day 1?12:00-Does Cam Newton’s throwing motion look any different than last year?16:30-How will Belichick split the reps for 4 QBs?20:00-Assessing what we saw from the Patriots WRsWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_EkJHBU3fRo 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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May 25, 2021 • 44min

Julio Jones watch and what to expect at Patriots OTA’s

Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down what it would cost the Patriots to acquire Julio Jones, and how he would fit in New England. Also, they breakdown what to expect at Patriots OTA’s.5:00-What to expect from OTA’s?13:00-Why Julio Jones makes all the sense in the world for the Patriots19:30-How would Julio Jones fit in the Patriots’ offense?26:00-If Patriots acquire Julio, is Cam the right guy to be QB?36:00-How similar is the Aaron Rodgers situation to Brady and the Patriots?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HuzHTm7VxFk 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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May 21, 2021 • 54min

NBC’s Fred Gaudelli on whether the Patriots are still a primetime draw

Tom Curran talks with Fred Gaudelli, Executive Producer of Sunday Night Football, about their ‘Decade of Sunday Nights’ bracket challenge. How many Patriots games made the list? Later, Phil Perry joins to discuss 15 Patriots questions that need answers.1:00-Fred Gaudelli on SNF’s ‘Decade of Sunday Nights’ bracket challenge6:00-Breaking down the Patriots’ plays from the last decade that made the list 21:00-Have the Patriots lost the interest of the nation with Brady gone?26:30-Gaudelli shares amazing story of famous player he caddied for at age 1529:30-15 Patriots questions that need answersWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_bx1a2WHzY0 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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May 18, 2021 • 34min

What does Brian Hoyer signing mean for Cam Newton and Mac Jones?

Tom Curran and Phil Perry debate how the signing of Brian Hoyer will impact the New England Patriots’ QB depth chart. Also, should we overanalyze Robert Kraft’s comments regarding Bill Belichick’s salary?1:30-Patriots re-sign Brian Hoyer; what does it mean for Mac Jones?5:30-Will Hoyer act as a QB coach for Mac Jones?9:30-Does this move put Cam or Stidham on the hot seat?19:30-What to make of Robert Kraft’s comments regarding Bill Belichick’s salaryWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4dc_Dfs3GfI 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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May 13, 2021 • 43min

Chad Pennington: ‘Ideally’ Mac Jones follows the Patrick Mahomes plan

Tom Curran talks with Chad Pennington about how he thinks the Patriots should handle the development of Mac Jones. Later, Phil Perry joins to give a game-by-game breakdown of the Patriots’ 2021 schedule.1:00-Chad Pennington on Mac Jones being compared to him4:30-Pennington on playing with Randy Moss in college; did it make him a better NFL QB?10:40-Pennington on the importance of developing a young NFL QB15:50-Pennington says Jones should follow Mahomes plan20:45-Curran and Perry break down the Patriots’ 2021 schedule, giving their wins and lossesWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JfspFlAhmY8 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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May 11, 2021 • 28min

Slow and steady wins the race? Patriots offense not built for speed

Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry get into the Patriots need for speed and discuss if it's actually that important. They also continue the Cam Newton vs Mac Jones debate and talk about when the best time for the Patriots vs Bucs game is.2:00 - This Patriots offense is not fast... but do they care?11:00 - Is this offense a good fit for Mac Jones? 15:00 - Do the Patriots have the wide receiver talent they need to win?19:00 - Is this offense set up for Cam Newton to be the long-term quarterback?24:00 - When is the ideal time for the Patriots to face Tom Brady & the Bucs this season? 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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