

Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast
NBC Sports Boston
NBC Sports Boston Insiders Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry talk about the New England Patriots and the NFL. New episodes drop after each game and every Tuesday and Thursday.
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Nov 4, 2020 • 36min
Did the Patriots blow it at the trade deadline?
Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to the Patriots not making any major moves at the trade deadline. Bert Breer from MMQB breaks down all the moves around the NFL.2:00-Could Isaiah Ford end up being a starter?5:30-Why Patriots made a mistake by not trading Joe Thuney9:00-Will the Patriots regret not trading Stephon Gilmore?19:30-Do Patriots think they can still be contenders in 2020?26:30-Bert Breer on lack of moves around NFL and market for GilmoreWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nxvEwVc4mFw
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Nov 2, 2020 • 57min
Why the Patriots are better off sticking with Cam Newton over Jarrett Stidham
Tom Curran explains why starting ‘Stid is simply the wrong idea for the Patriots right now. Phil Perry gives his reasoning on the Patriots trying to accumulate as many picks as they can.4:00-Curran explains why now is not the time to move on from Cam Newton11:00-Perry on why the Patriots should accumulate as many picks as they can15:00-Was Jimmy G really the plan for the future?18:50-Belichick makes candid comments on Patriots’ cap situation and depth32:20-What was the rush to move on from Tom Brady?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sGP4RQuGa9w
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Oct 29, 2020 • 52min
Instant reaction to Edelman surgery. Is this it for Jules in New England?
Matt Cassel joins Tom Curran and Phil Perry to react to the news that Julian Edelman has had surgery and will miss time. Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic gives a Buffalo Bills perspective heading into Sunday. 1:00-Instant reaction to Julian Edelman surgery4:00-Is Edelman’s career with the Patriots over?7:30-Cassel on why the weather will be in the Patriots favor on Sunday18:00-Cassel on Cam’s hesitancy when throwing33:50-Matthew Fairburn previews Patriots-BillsWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cB-o1aKS8oo
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Oct 27, 2020 • 47min
GROUNDED! Patriots awful grades from Pro Football Focus show where things are headed
Tom Curran and Phil Perry debate how Bill Belichick can get the Patriots back to their winning ways. Steve Palazzolo of Pro Football Focus breaks down his eye-opening grades for the Patriots. 1:00-What can Bill Belichick do to improve this team faster?7:00-Mathew Slater says Patriots let effort & attitude slip away15:30-Jedd Fisch addresses the hesitancy of Cam Newton when throwing26:30-Why ‘tanking’ this season to move up in the draft isn’t a good plan35:00-Steve Palazzolo breaks down PFF’s grades for the PatriotsWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Tdcu5vYBJ1s
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Oct 26, 2020 • 40min
The Aftermath: We are seeing what Tom Brady warned everyone about
Tom Curran and Phil Perry debate whether Cam Newton has the yips. With the Patriots’ weaknesses becoming more evident each week, what can they do to find success on the field?1:30-Curran: Cam Newton has a bad case of the yips; so now what?11:30-How can Josh McDaniels switch up the offensive game plan?24:30-Why can’t Jarrett Stidham take advantage of his opportunities?29:45-We are seeing what Tom Brady warned everyone about 33:30-How much blame does Bill Belichick deserve for lack of offensive weapons?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MMP9PVuOgAg
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Oct 22, 2020 • 49min
Should the Patriots fear Jimmy G?
Matt Cassel joins Tom Curran and Phil Perry to debate why Jimmy G is not living up to expectations. Also, Garoppolo talks to NBC Sports Bay Area about his time in New England. 1:00-Is Jimmy Garoppolo a good NFL QB?7:00-Did the Patriots luck out by not building around Jimmy G?20:00-Jimmy Garoppolo reflects on his time in New England in interview with NBC Sports Bay Area25:45-If the Patriots are sellers at the deadline, why Gilmore could goWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_Alnagr480k
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Oct 20, 2020 • 48min
Should the Patriots even want Jimmy Garoppolo back if he becomes available?
Tom Curran and Phil Perry discuss whether defenses are developing a blueprint on how to stop Cam Newton. Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area joins to preview the matchup on Sunday, and discuss the future of Jimmy G.3:00-Are defenses developing a blueprint on how to stop Cam Newton?8:30-Is it even worth it for the Pats to add a receiver?19:30-Did Belichick take a shot at Gronk when praising Kittle?27:30-Did Patriots luck out by not keeping Jimmy G? 35:00-Matt Maiocco: Patriots-49ers preview40:00-Do the 49ers believe in Jimmy G?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/raXgcipf8uA
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Oct 19, 2020 • 30min
The Aftermath: Who is to blame for the Patriots loss to the Broncos?
Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down the good, the bad, and the really bad from the Patriots loss to the Broncos. Can the Patriots be contenders with the team they have?3:00-Can the Patriots be contenders with the team they have?4:30-Reasons for Cam Newton’s struggles vs Denver9:30-What is stopping N’Keal Harry from becoming a consistent producer for the Patriots?19:00-Do the Patriots need to reevaluate how they use the TE position?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OFPrr_5xDaQ
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Oct 15, 2020 • 43min
Why the Patriots should be buyers at the trade deadline
Matt Cassel joins Tom Curran and Phil Perry to discuss why the Patriots should be buyers at the trade deadline. Also, how will the layoff impact the Patriots on the field on Sunday?2:00-There’s a loose end in the COVID chaos12:20-How will the layoff impact the Patriots on the field?14:15-Making the case for the Patriots to acquire Le’Veon Bell20:00-Should the Patriots be buyers at the trade deadline?32:00-Tom Curran’s NFL power rankingsWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/iXqMToX7Cn8
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Oct 12, 2020 • 47min
Patriots take their health and wellness into their own hands
Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry recap a long week for the Patriots, and react to the Patriots-Broncos game being postponed until next Sunday. Does the NFL have the Patriots’ best interests at heart?2:00-Jason McCourty speaks out on how Patriots’ players feel about the NFL’s handling of COVID-19 4:00-Who made the call on the Patriots-Broncos game being postponed?8:30-Are the Broncos getting hosed?17:00-Will Cam Newton and Stephon Gilmore play vs Broncos?37 :00-Did the Patriots dodge a bullet not having Jimmy G replace Tom Brady?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OKUpZyz_o48
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