Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

Tom Curran and Phil Perry discuss why it’s unlikely the Patriots move up in the draft for a QB. Also, legendary NFL throwing coach Tom House explains why he expects Cam Newton to be a more accurate passer this season.1:00-Would the Patriots really move up to get Fields or Lance at #4?13:30-Interview with QB throwing coach Tom House17:30-Can passing accuracy be taught?20:00-House on why he expects a better Cam Newton in 202125:00-House on the mechanics of Jarrett StidhamWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Egwh4G78O7s 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 make Teddy Bridgewater their starting QB next season. Joe Person, Panthers Insider for The Athletic, joins to explain why the Panthers chose Darnold over Teddy.2:00-Joe Person on why the Panthers moved on from Teddy Bridgewater7:30-Is Teddy Bridgewater better than Jimmy G?15:30-Would Teddy Bridgewater be a good fit for the Patriots?20:00-Do you need a star QB to win in the NFL?24:00-Do Belichick & Kraft have the patience to develop a young QB?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Q22qlcJl-cY 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 Robert Kraft’s conference call where he addressed the Patriots free agency spending, and his optimism for the upcoming season.2:00-Are the Patriots lucky for bottoming out last season?7:00-Robert Kraft makes it clear you can’t build a team every year in free agency11:00-What did Kraft mean by saying he’s seen a different approach to the draft this year?20:00-Is Cam/Stidham going to be the game plan at QB this year?22:00-Did Robert Kraft put Bill Belichick on notice?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mUi5A8cXLU8 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 49ers' reaction to trading up in the draft, leaving the fate of Jimmy Garoppolo in question. They discuss what the move means for the Patriots at the quarterback position as well as what New England should do with Stephan Gilmore.0:35 - Tom and Phil touch on the move the San Francisco 49ers made to move up to No. 3 in the upcoming draft. Would a similar move be right for the Patriots to make?10:00 - Breaking down a handful of answers from John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan in the aftermath of the 49ers trade. Are there any clues that tell us Garoppolo to the Patriots is a possibility?31:09 - Tom's Quickfire Questions: Will the 49ers keep Jimmy G and draft a young QB? Who has more leverage in the situation? Would the Patriots even be a good option for him?36:53 - Phil and Tom discuss what the Patriots should do with Stephon Gilmore now that the makeup of their roster has changed drastically. 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 explains why he doesn’t want the Patriots to apologize for winning the 2021 offseason. Jessica Gelman, CEO of the Kraft Analytics group, joins the podcast to discuss how her career is helping lead the way for future women in the sports industry. 1:00-Patriots don’t have to apologize for winning 2021 offseason5:30-Will Patriots make any other moves at the QB position?9:00-Kyle Van Noy says Patriots have ‘chips on their shoulders’12:00-Jessica Gelman on co-founding the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics conference21:00-Gelman on her role as CEO of the Kraft Analytics Group33:00-How will live sports change when fans return?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Iwc_LiTA33I 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 are taking a closer look at the flurry of free agent signings the Patriots made last week and rank them. Later, they're joined by George Chahrouri of Pro Football Focus Forecast to settle the debate: Did the Patriots overspend on their unprecedented haul?2:10 - Ranking the Patriots free agent signings. Which additions stand to help the team more?12:10 - After filling some of the gaps on offense, how will Cam Newton and Jarrett Stidham respond? And is Mac Jones still in the picture?17:43 - Phil explains why he's passing on some of the top wide receivers in the draft.25:30 - George Chahrouri from Pro Football Focus Forecast jumps on the pod to put Bill Belichick's recent spending spree into perspective, and things get heated.38:12 - Regardless of whether or not the Patriots overspent, will they be better this season and if so, how much better?Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/Q7DewT8ojJ4 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.

Did Bill get his mojo back? Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to Mike Lombardi’s article in The Athletic about Belichick. Bill Polian joins to discuss why Belichick is still doing things “the Patriot Way”1:00-Breaking down Mike Lombardi’s article on Bill Belichick8:00-Have the Patriots addressed all their needs?20:00-Patrick Chung departs, Kyle Van Noy returns30:00-Bill Polian 1-on-135:00-Polian on why Belichick is still doing things the Patriot WayWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YvpK2LXM0E8 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 Hunter Henry, and debate what could be next. Will the Patriots remain aggressive?1:30-Why is Belichick changing his ways in 2021?15:00-Will the Patriots remain aggressive at QB?17:00-Is this Cam Newton’s football team?21:00-Is moving up in the draft for a QB the next move?28:00-How will Patriots use Jonnu Smith and Hunter Henry?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/c0iVOYo_DGo 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’ spending spree as the NFL’s tampering period opened up. Which new addition will benefit the Patriots the most in 2021?1:00-Patriots being aggressive…is that good or bad?4:30-Does Jonnu Smith fit exactly what the Patriots need?11:30-How the addition of LB Matt Judon impacts the defense16:00-What role will Davon Godchaux play?26:00-Are the Patriots done adding at the QB position?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7krGt67Oj80 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 news that Cam Newton will be returning to the Patriots on a one-year deal. Can Cam Newton have better success in 2021?1:00-Why bring Cam back?4:00-Will better weapons help Cam Newton?6:00-Rodney Harrison warned that re-signing Cam would be a mistakeWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZypnH9sVMM0 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.