Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

Matt Cassel joins Tom Curran and Phil Perry to discuss every angle of the bizarre week for the Patriots. Judy Battista from NFL.com talks about the cautious optimism around the NFL regarding completing this season.4:30-Cassel on struggles Patriots' players face trying to prepare for Denver14:00-Judy Battista on NFL being ‘cautiously optimistic’ about this season27:00-What does it take to get back on the field after testing positive for COVID-19? 28:00-Who should start if Cam cannot play?37:45-Should the Patriots be looking for a WR at the trade deadline?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/L1QtP6c8hUs 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’ 26-10 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Did Jarrett Stidham prove he should be the Patriots’ #2 QB?1:30-Perry on why Bill Belichick showed his still the best coach in the NFL 5:30-Did Jarrett Stidham prove he should be the #2 guy?9:00-Reactions to Brian Hoyer’s mistakes vs Chiefs15:00-How much trouble would the Patriots be in if they didn’t acquire Cam Newton?18:00-Are we buying in on Damien Harris?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-sWppQTP85k 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 NFL scheduling the Patriots to face the Chiefs on Monday after Cam Newton tested positive for COVID-19. Is the NFL being irresponsible?1:00-Is the NFL being irresponsible by playing on Monday?6:00-Dr. Myron Rolle on incubation period for Cam Newton21:30-Why start Brian Hoyer over Jarrett Stidham?25:30-Do the Patriots have any shot at beating the Chiefs?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JvI-6VEuM-o 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 E. Curran, Phil Perry and former Patriots quarterback Matt Cassel preview the Patriots' Week 4 with the Kansas City Chiefs and discuss Kansas City's potency on offense. Tom is also joined by Sam Mellinger of the KC Star to get an inside look at what the Patriots might be able to do to stop Patrick Mahomes.2:15 - As a former NFL quarterback, who better to break down what Patrick Mahomes does well than Matt Cassel? Tom, Phil and Matt also discuss the hypothetical of a Tom Brady-led Chiefs and a Patrick Mahomes-led Patriots in 2019.11:40 - The Chiefs are under the impression that they're in the early stages of a dynasty. Can they actually win three Super Bowls in four or five years like the Patriots have done?21:15 - Tom is joined by columnist for the Kansas City Star Sam Mellinger to discuss the potential future success of the Chiefs, how they currently view the Patriots and what their Week 3 win over the Ravens showed us. They also talk about Sam's past interactions with Matt Cassel.34:10 - Matt talks about his perception of the media when he was a player, specifically about his interactions with Mellinger. Him, Tom and Phil discuss the relationship between players and reporters and how it's navigated on each side.42:50 - Tom, Matt and Phil dive into the upcoming Patriots-Chiefs matchup, give their keys to success for the Patriots and finish with their final predictions. 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 discuss the Patriots upcoming challenge: a Sunday night showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs. Tom is joined by Darin Gantt of ProFootballTalk to talk about how we perceived Cam Newton before he joined the Patriots vs. how we look at him now.1:00 - Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry take a look at the Patriots Week 4 matchup with the Chiefs and discuss how New England's offense can keep up with their opponent.9:00 - Are the Patriots allowed to have a second 'moral victory' game after their loss to the Seahawks in Week 2?19:00 - With the Tennessee Titans being temporarily shut down after a small Covid-19 outbreak, Tom and Phil discuss how the league can move forward now that the inevitable has occurred.27:30 - Phil goes through his Week 3 Report Card grades, overviewing the performance of Cam Newton, the Patriots offensive line and the running backs group.35:45 - Tom admits that he was wrong about his initial perception of Cam Newton, not the quarterback, but the person.41:15 - Tom is joined by Darin Gantt of ProFootballTalk to discuss Cam Newton's personality and early success in New England. The two also discuss the NFL's best options for dealing with potential cancelled games due to Covid-19. 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 E. Curran and Phil Perry break down the Patriots’ 36-20 win over the Raiders. They give their picks for ‘Best & worst’ from the win and debate what motived Sony Michel to breakout. 1:30-Patriots prove they can win even when Cam Newton isn’t Superman3:30-Biggest reason for Sony Michel breaking out vs Raiders8:30-Perry on why Belichick will absolutely love this win12:30-Best & worst of Patriots’ 36-20 win21:00-Your favorite segment: “That’s not OK!”Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ScvTr3k12Qg 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, Phil Perry and Matt Cassel debate how seriously the Patriots should be taking Derek Carr and the Raiders. Also, is Cam Newton a better fit for the team than Tom Brady?2:00-How seriously should we be taking Derek Carr and the Raiders?7:00-How concerning was the defensive effort vs Seahawks?11:00-Why is the Patriots’ WR core flourishing under Cam Newton?14:30-Who is to blame for Sony Michel not being productive?19:30-Is Cam a better fit for this team than Tom Brady?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vWpO-cEEQiA 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 discuss whether the Patriots should look into investing long-term with Cam Newton. Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times joins to discuss the early impressions of Brady & Gronkowski as Buccaneers. 3:15-Do we refigure all expectations after seeing what Cam can do?10:00-What is the ceiling for Damiere Byrd?16:00-Should Patriots look long-term with Cam Newton?27:30-How will the Patriots’ offense attack the Raiders’ defense?36:00-Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times on first impressions of Brady & GronkWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5zJtVyUNW0g 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’ 35-30 loss to the Seahawks. Should fans be second-guessing the final play? How “ahead of schedule” is the Patriots’ offense?1:00-Why Patriots are way ahead of schedule under Cam Newton5:30-Do you have any issues with the Patriots final play?9:30-Should Edelman have caught the pass?11:30-Best and worst of Patriots-Seahawks24:00-Should we be encouraged by N’Keal Harry?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8KPbQwCH0q4 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.

Matt Cassel joins Tom Curran and Phil Perry to break down the Patriots-Seahawks matchup on Sunday. How can Cam Newton and the Patriots offense attack Seattle’s defense?1:30-Bill Belichick opens up about the passing of his mother17:00-Did Matt Cassel ever think Pete Carroll could transition into a good NFL coach? 22:30-How does the Patriots’ offense matchup against the Seahawks’ defense?29:00-Cam Newton comes to the defense of N’Keal Harry31:00-Belichick praises Russel Wilson, how impressive is Seattle’s offense?41:30-Patriots-Seahawks score predictions Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BgoasMuPhuY 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.