Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

1:29 - Phil Perry joins Tom Curran to discuss the current state of the Patriots and how the lack of offensive firepower has but a damper on New England's 9-1 record.7:21 - Phil thinks that the Cowboys defense matches up well with the Pats offense, but believes Belichick can find a weakness in the Dallas pass coverage. Which Patriots receivers will lead the charge?19:36 - This might be the biggest test for the Patriots defense because of how balanced the Cowboys' offense is. Tom and Phil discuss how the Pats' front seven could end up being a huge factor in the game.25:33 - Tom and Phil give their final score predictions (Phil struggles with some math).28:08 - Tom and Phil are joined by ESPN's NFL Front Office Insider Mike Tannenbaum to discuss the likelihood of the Patriots drafting Tua Tagovailoa after the Alabama QB suffered a season-ending hip injury. 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.

4:09 - Tom Curran is joined by Mike Florio to talk about the emerging new details of Antonio Brown's legal situation and how it relates to his possible return.12:22 - Mike explains why the NFL's disciplinary system for players who violate the league's personal conduct policy is not fair.14:52 - Will the Patriots try to resign Antonio Brown if he is cleared? Tom and Mike discuss how close the wide receiver actually is to making a return to football and why the Patriots might go after him.21:46 - Tom is joined by author and journalist at the New York Times Mark Leibovich to discuss the off-the-field rivalry between Robert Kraft and Jerry Jones.28:12 - Is there inherent jealousy between the two owners based on their own success?33:40 - Mark gives his take on the Patriots upcoming matchup with the Dallas Cowboys. 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.

3:30 - Tom Curran in joined by Matt Cassel to discuss Tom Brady's attitude following the Patriots win over the Eagles. Does he have the right to be so outwardly upset?10:34 - It's easy to focus on what the Patriots haven't brought in to help Brady, but Tom and Matt talk about the three first-round picks in Sony Michel, Isaiah Wynn and N'Keal Harry that were drafted specifically for the QB.15:27 - A couple of former Patriots made headlines Tuesday, with Rob Gronkowski announcing his "Gronk Beach" plans for Super Bowl Sunday and Antonio Brown apologizing to Robert Kraft on social media.20:40 - With Colin Kaepernick's workout now in the rearview, Tom and Matt discuss what they saw from him and wonder what the exposure actually did for the QB's chances of getting a job.27:27 - Matt talks about his time with the Dallas Cowboys and gives us an insider's view of what it's like to play for Jerry Jones as opposed to Robert Kraft. 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.

2:30 - Phil Perry and Tom Curran break down the Eagles offensive advantages over the Patriots, including their success in two-tight end sets. Should Stephon Gilmore shadow Zach Ertz to try and lock him down?10:50 - The Eagles offensive line has been one of the best in the league this year and could allow Philly's run game to break out vs. the Patriots. 14:53 - Tom argues that the Patriots biggest advantage over the Eagles is their top-ranked secondary. 18:22 - Phil explains how the Patriots hurry-up offense could be used to tire out the Eagles' strong pass rush.22:26 - Reuben Frank from NBC Sports Philadelphia joins Tom and Phil to talk about the Eagles Super Bowl 52 win over the Patriots, the expectations that win put on the city, and just how bad the Eagles wide receiver corps is this season.37:40 - Tom caught up with Ben Watson to get his take on the workout being held for Colin Kaepernick. 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.

1:04 - Former Rams, Patriots and Eagles defensive end Chris Long joins Tom Curran to discuss life after retirement. 5:19 - Chris talks about his upcoming media company, Chalk Media, and what type of content he hopes to create and who he hopes to reach.12:26 - With the NFL announcing the league will be holding an open tryout for Colin Kaepernick, Chris gives his take on the situation and whether or not he thinks the former 49ers quarterback can still play.19:57 - How do athletes deal with social anxiety? Chris talks about how fans interactions make him feel as he tries to live his life post-NFL.24:31 - Chris and Tom talk about the differences between the two championship teams he was on - the 2016 Patriots and 2017 Eagles - and how “fun” played into each team’s season.29:42 - A lot has changed for the Patriots and Eagles since Super Bowl LII. Chris talks about the track each team has been on since that game and how he sees their Week 11 matchup going.38:41 - As a Knicks fan, Chris feels like he needs a side NBA team to watch. He was given the Celtics and he couldn’t be more excited to cheer for them 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.

1:00 - Tom Curran takes us back to the Patriots 2017 season, discussing how strange the year seemed from the very beginning and how the Pats Super Bowl LIII victory over the Rams was cathartic for the team.7:05 - Matt Cassel joins Tom to talk about how watching a weekend of football without the Patriots made them realize just how disciplined and organized Bill Belichick's team is.14:31 - With the fallout of Jimmy Garoppolo losing his first game of the season on Monday night, Tom wonders if there is extra pressure put on quarterbacks formerly in the Patriots' system. Matt gives deeper insight into what it's like being Tom Brady's backup.24:10 - Who is your NFL MVP through 10 weeks? Tom and Matt debate if Russell Wilson or Lamar Jackson has a better claim.28:01 - Matt says the Patriots upcoming game against the Eagles will "set the tone for the rest of the season." Matt and Tom talk about the last time these two teams played - Super Bowl LII - and how that loss affected the Patriots. 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.

1:01 - Tom Curran and Phil Perry quickly hit on Phil's most recent story on what fixes the Patriots have to make for the remaining seven games of the season.7:53 - With the Patriots at the halfish-way point of the season, Tom and Phil are handing out awards, including: best offensive player, best defensive player, most underrated defender, funniest play of the season and more.25:28 - Tom and Phil field a handful of questions tweeted to them and the pair are joined by surprise guest Kayce Smith from Barstool Sports (formally NBC Sports Boston).33:04 - Next up is the voicemail questions, including inquiries about the Patriots offensive line, the status of N'Keal Harry, the loss to the Ravens and more.You can leave a question or comment for Tom or Phil on Twitter (@tomecurran - @PhilAPerry), by leaving us a review on Apple podcasts, or by leaving us a voice mail to use in the show by calling 781-214-0753. 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.

0:50 - Tom E. Curran gives his quick take on why the Patriots lost to the Ravens in Week 9 and we hear from Tom Brady and Devin McCourty on what the Pats can take from the loss.4:25 - Matt Cassel joins Tom to break down what he saw out of the offense and defense in Baltimore and talks about how the Patriots approach the bye week after suffering a loss.12:10 - Would the Patriots ever hold back on an opponent to save their scheme for the playoffs? Matt explains when that would ever remotely be a possibility.15:02 - Matt gives his impression of Mohamed Sanu and talks about his importance when it comes to giving Julian Edelman a break. Tom wonders how the Patriots approach load management as the season moves forward.20:39 - Bye Week Awards - Tom and Matt name their best offensive player, best defensive player, biggest surprise and biggest disappointment of the "first half" of the season.28:08 - Tom talks about the defense's shortcomings vs. the Ravens with Kyle Van Noy.You can leave a question or comment for Tom or Phil on Twitter (@tomecurran - @PhilAPerry), by leaving us a review on Apple podcasts, or by leaving us a voice mail to use in the show by calling 781-214-0753. 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.

0:27 - Tom Curran outlines his argument that the Patriots defense, from a statistical standpoint, should be considered to be in the running for 'best defense ever.'2:59 - Sunday Night Football analysts Cris Collinsworth, Tony Dungy and Rodney Harrison answer Tom's questions about where this Patriots defense stands in the conversation of best defenses in the history of the game.8:04 - Does the number of of Pro-Bowlers, All-Pros and Hall of Famers matter when determining if a defense can be considered historic?11:21 - The one knock on the Pats defense is that they haven't "played anyone yet." Tom goes through the details of each opponent of the historic 2000 Ravens and compares them to what the Patriots have faced so far 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.

1:57 - Tom Curran is joined by Jamison Hensley of ESPN Baltimore to discuss the upcoming Patriots-Ravens Sunday Night Football showdown, beginning with the anticipation of the game in Baltimore.10:43 - Jamison discusses what has made Lamar Jackson a never-before-seen-type talent as well as how a team could limit the young quarterback.17:52 - Tom and Jamison get into the comparison of the current Patriots defense and the 2000 Ravens defense. Do the Pats have a chance to break that team’s record and is it even a fair comparison?24:16 - Phil Perry gives an in-depth breakdown of how the Patriots can succeed against the Ravens, starting with the offense and then hitting on the defense (32:51). 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.