Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

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Mar 11, 2021 • 30min

Jordan Palmer says don’t sleep on Jarrett Stidham

Tom Curran talks with QB consultant Jordan Palmer about what makes a player succeed at the QB position in the NFL. Jordan also breaks down why Jarrett Stidham’s transition from college to the NFL was so difficult, and his potential for the 2021 season.2:30-Has Stidham proved the Patriots can’t trust him?5:00-Jordan Palmer on what makes a good NFL QB10:00-Palmer says people are ‘dead wrong’ about Sam Darnold14:30-Palmer on potential of Jarrett Stidham16:30-Palmer details why Stidham’s transition to Patriots offense was so difficult Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Jsg2EFAIZx4 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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Mar 9, 2021 • 33min

Does Trent Brown make the Patriots better in 2021?

Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to the Patriots acquiring Trent Brown and how much that improves their offense. They also break down their Patriots free agency wish list. 1:00-Does Trent Brown make the Patriots better in 2021?5:30-What type of player the Patriots are getting in Trent Brown?10:00-Breaking down the options of shuffling the offensive line20:00-Tom and Phil's free agent wish lists28:30-Reaction to Dak Prescott’s new contractWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9OoKYFiaBqM 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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Mar 4, 2021 • 32min

Bucky Brooks on how the Patriots should solve their QB conundrum

Tom Curran and Phil Perry discuss the Patriots lack of urgency at the QB position this offseason. Bucky Brooks joins to debate whether the Patriots can find their answer at QB in the draft.1:00-How concerning is the Patriots lack of urgency at the QB position?6:30-Should the Patriots bring back Kyle Van Noy?14:45-Bucky Brooks on whether the Patriots answer at QB is in the draft21:30-Can Mac Jones have success in the NFL?25:00-Bucky explains why he has the Patriots taking Micah ParsonsWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/h8td-xVleyY 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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Mar 2, 2021 • 40min

Let's debate: Should Patriots bother with first-round quarterback?

Tom Curran and Phil Perry engage in an in-depth discussion about whether or not the Patriots should draft a quarterback with the 15th pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.0:50 - Phil makes his argument for drafting a QB at No. 15: "If you don't play the game, you can't win."9:28 - Tom and Phil discuss the element of luck when it comes to drafting.13:12 - Tom makes his argument for not drafting a QB at No. 15: "The Patriots are not a good enough team right now to take the fifth best quarterback in the draft."17:49 - How does Bill Belichick approach drafting QBs?30:54 - Tom and Phil discuss the fates of pending Patriots free agents David Andrews and Joe Thuney.Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/2oLU7fQyyC4 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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Feb 25, 2021 • 36min

Why Jimmy G. returning to the Patriots makes sense, 1-on-1 with David Andrews

Tom E. Curran explains why the only fitting ending may be Jimmy G. coming back to the Patriots. Plus an exclusive 1-on-1 with David Andrews1:00- The only fitting ending? Jimmy G. Back with the Patriots6:30-Interview with David Andrews9:30-Andrews on the difficulty of playing in 202016:30-Reaction to Brady & Gronk’s success in Tampa19:30-Will Andrews stay with the Patriots?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Uv7Mm0-1JaE 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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Feb 23, 2021 • 45min

Would anything really change if Cam Newton returned to the Patriots?

Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down Cam Newton’s appearance on the ‘I Am Athlete’ podcast. Was Cam Newton asking for his job back with the Patriots? Does it make sense for New England to re-sign him?1:00-Did Cam talk his way back to the Patriots?4:00-In what scenario does it make sense to bring back Cam?11:00-Is there any way to make Cam a ‘good fit’ for the Patriots offense?17:30-Would new offensive weapons really help Cam?34:30-Will Adam Butler and David Andrews be back next year?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SECx0P3ruwk 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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Feb 11, 2021 • 45min

Do the Patriots need to lock up J.C. Jackson before another team swoops in?

Tom Curran and Phil Perry debate whether the Patriots need to lock up J.C. Jackson. Sam Farmer of the LA Times details his 1-on-1 interview with Bruce Arians following the Buccaneers Super Bowl win.2:30-Is going ‘cheap’ at QB the best move for the Patriots? 13:00-Should the Patriots give J.C. Jackson an extension?18:00-Five building blocks on the Patriots defense25:00-Sam Farmer on his 1-on-1 with Bruce AriansWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2n5DoV3yB_U 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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Feb 9, 2021 • 46min

How did Super Bowl 55 change things for Tom Brady and Bill Belichick?

Tom Curran and Phil Perry debate what Tom Brady’s success in Tampa means for Bill Belichick and the Patriots going forward. Mike Florio joins to explain how Brady’s time with Bucs will change how elite QBs are used going forward.1:00-Is everyone giving Tom Brady enough credit?9:00-Is Tom Brady the greatest football player of all time?15:30-Will Patriots fans now question Bill Belichick’s judgment at QB?28:00-Does Belichick need to change his ‘No days off’ mentality?33:30-Mike Florio on how Brady’s win with Bucs will change the way elite QBs are involved in their organizationsWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2o-xZLqGXVM 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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Feb 5, 2021 • 56min

Devin McCourty goes deep on where the Patriots are headed in ’21

Devin McCourty joins to discuss which players he expects back on the Patriots next season, and where the team is headed in 2021. Jenny Vrentas of SI details her article the ‘Gap Years’ Patriots: Those who played for Brady-Belichick but never won a Super Bowl1:30-Devin McCourty on being nominated for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year9:30-McCourty on how last season showed how spoiled the Patriots have been12:00-Which Patriots opt-outs to expect back next season21:30-Jenny Vrentas on the ‘Gap Years’ PatriotsWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/s_M3yODc554 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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Feb 2, 2021 • 43min

Rodney Harrison on why Belichick should have expected Tom Brady’s Tampa success

Rodney Harrison explains why he is taking Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to win Super Bowl LV. He also breaks down the best options at QB for the Patriots next season, and why Stafford wasn’t the right guy for New England anyway. 3:00-Rodney Harrison on why he is taking Brady on Sunday5:30-Belichick should have expected Tom Brady’s Tampa success9:00-Is Jimmy G the best option for the Patriots next season?11:00-Rodney: Cam Newton can’t play QB in the NFL anymore21:00-Perry on how much Patriots should give up for JimmyWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-FP6jjYGw4k 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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