Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast
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NBC Sports Boston Insiders Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry talk about the New England Patriots and the NFL. New episodes drop every Tuesday and Thursday.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.
- 30 minutes 4 secondsRobert Kraft bubbles over with optimism at NFL owners meetings
Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to what they heard from Mike Vrabel and Robert Kraft this week. Are the hopes for playoffs this season realistic? Also, they debate whether we have a better idea of what position the Patriots will target at No. 4.
2:00- Are Robert Kraft’s hopes for playoffs realistic?
7:45-What did we learn about who has final say at the draft?
12:00-Debating which position the Patriots should target at No. 4
17:30-Kraft talks succession plans
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1 April 2025, 5:30 pm - 13 minutes 53 secondsMike Vrabel weighs in on the state of the Patriots, Diggs, top draft prospects
Mike Vrabel met with the media on Monday at the NFL owner’s meetings. Tom Curran gives his biggest takeaways from the sit-down, and discusses what Vrabel’s comments mean for the Patriots.
1:00-Mike Vrabel on the goal to win the division
3:45-Vrabel on the importance of the draft
5:00-Vrabel has no concerns Will Campbell can play LT in the NFL
6:30-What position would the Patriots have Travis Hunter play?
9:45-The addition of Stefon Diggs
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31 March 2025, 4:38 pm - 39 minutes 28 secondsGoing deep on Diggs signing; how does this affect Patriots move at No. 4?
Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry share their thoughts on the Patriots’ 3-year, $69M deal with Stefon Diggs. They dive into how this move influences the team’s No. 4 draft pick and what would define a successful season for Diggs in the year ahead.
2:00 - How does Diggs signing impact the Patriots' draft strategy?
11:00 - What would a successful season look like for Diggs?
14:00 - Concern level for Diggs' in the huddle
27:00 - Why signing Diggs was the right move
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26 March 2025, 6:08 pm - 21 minutes 25 secondsBill O’Brien on BC’s prospects and what non-QB position he’d build on first
Bill O’Brien joins Tom Curran and Phil Perry to discuss the Patriots attending Boston College’s Pro Day in advance of the NFL draft. Which players from B.C. are realistic targets for the Patriots in the draft?
1:00-Bill O’Brien on the Patriots' presence at Boston College Pro Day
2:30-The importance of a strong offensive line in the NFL
5:30-O’Brien’s assessment of Ozzy Trapilo and Drew Kendall
8:00-What are the keys to a successful rebuild of a football team?
15:30-Non-QB position Bill would build on first
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25 March 2025, 8:12 pm - 42 minutes 43 secondsBrian Hoyer says Patriots’ choice at No. 4 is EASY if it’s LT vs. WR
Tom Curran and Phil Perry talk with Brian Hoyer to get his opinion on how the Patriots can build their offense for success under Drake Maye.
1:00-Hoyer's pick on what a QB wants more, tackle or WR?
7:00-What position has the bigger potential of being a bust at No.4
11:00-How much can the offense improve under Josh McDaniels?
13:00-Making the case for Stefon Diggs
23:00-Potential of Joe Milton
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20 March 2025, 6:38 pm - 41 minutes 3 secondsDevin McCourty on free agency, David Andrews, Travis Hunter and a “sad” day in Patriots history
Devin McCourty joined Phil Perry and Tom E. Curran to talk about everything related to the Patriots offseason. There are still many glaring holes on the roster, but McCourty still thinks the team has improved in free agency. He also offers his take on how the Patriots can fill those holes as the offseason progresses. Plus, McCourty weighs in on the direction the Patriots should go with the No. 4 pick in the 20245 NFL draft.
4:46 - What does Devin McCourty think about the Patriots prioritizing culture instead of winning now in free agency?
9:04 - What do the Patriots lose leadership-wise with losses of Jonathan Jones, Deatrich Wise and David Andrews?
11:01 - Devin McCourty says it should have been a “no brainer” to keep David Andrews on the roster through training camp
15:36 - Devin McCourty says there’s “no doubt” the Patriots got better this free agency, especially on defense
18:12 - Tom E. Curran thinks the Patriots HAVE TO fix the hole at left tackle with the No. 4 pick
22:45 - How would Travis Hunter fit with the Patriots if he falls to 4 in the draft?
27:40 - Jakobi Meyers reunion in New England??
32:05 - Devin McCourty’s reaction to the anniversary of Tom Brady’s announcement he will not be returning to the Patriots
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18 March 2025, 9:57 pm - 26 minutes 43 secondsWhat do Andrews release and Patriots FA adds say about team's direction?
Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to the news of the Patriots moving on from David Andrews. They also give their takeaways from the Patriots’ availability on Thursday.
1:00 - Reaction to the Patriots releasing David Andrews
9:00 - Examining Eliot Wolf’s role
12:30 - Mike Vrabel wants free agents that want to come here
21:00 - Reacting to Andrews' farewell social media post
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13 March 2025, 10:05 pm - 29 minutes 34 secondsNFL tampering period begins: Patriots get their guys... just not the ones we were expecting
The NFL tampering period is finally here and the Patriots are busy making moves... just not the ones we were expecting. Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down everything we've seen from the team and around the league over the last 24 hours.
1:00- Was it a net benefit that the Patriots pivoted to shoring up the defense to start free agency?
6:00- Breaking down the 'culture adds' that Mike Vrabel and company have signed so far
10:55- Why Milton Williams, Harold Landry, Morgan Moses and Carlton Davis are solid additions
23:30- Where does the team look now at wide receiver?
27:20- Why the Justin Fields and Sam Darnold signings are great news for Patriots fans
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10 March 2025, 11:03 pm - 29 minutes 58 secondsPats reportedly snag Harold Landry, but DK, Davante and Stanley won’t be coming
Tom Curran and Phil Perry give immediate reaction to the moves around the NFL and discuss how it impacts the Patriots' offseason plans.
1:00-What are the Patriots getting in Harold Landry?
5:00-Impact of not being able to get Ronnie Stanley
14:00-Reaction to DK Metcalf and Davante Adams
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10 March 2025, 2:23 am - 46 minutes 50 secondsFree agent preview and a taste of Phil’s film session with Scar
Tom Curran talks with Phil Perry about the latest intel he’s got regarding Will Campbell playing tackle in the NFL. Later, they rank the Patriots needs and debate who they could target in free agency.
1:00-Can Will Campbell play tackle at the next level in the NFL?
19:00-Ranking the Patriots’ biggest needs
24:00-Possible tackle help in free agency
26:00-Exploring WR options in free agency
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6 March 2025, 9:08 pm - 39 minutes 43 secondsSoooooo... what are the Patriots' Options B, C and D in free agency?
With NFL free agency a week away, Tom Curran and Phil Perry take a look at where the Patriots stand with some of the big names potentially hitting the market and where the team should look if it strikes out on some of its ‘Option A’ signings.
7:00- With the Bengals placing the franchise tag on Tee Higgins, what’re the next best options for the Pats at receiver?
19:40- If free agency leaves the Patriots without a left tackle, is Will Campbell the right move at fourth overall?
29:30- Or is Travis Hunter too good to pass up on, even if you still need a left tackle?
34:15- Would a contender give you a serious haul to move up to take Hunter?
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