Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down the Patriots’ crazy last-second loss to the Raiders. Who is to blame for the final play?1:00-What was the locker room like after the loss?4:00-Should the coaches or players be blamed for the final play?8:00-Grading Mac Jones’ performance12:30-What went wrong on the blocked punt? 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 preview the Patriots-Raiders matchup. Will Mac Jones’ frustration with the play-calling linger into this game? Later, NFL Red Zone’s Scott Hanson joins to discuss the national perspective of the Patriots. 2:00-Will Mac Jones’ frustration with play-calling linger into the Raiders game?4:00-What do players mean by wanting to be coached harder?9:00-Why the Raiders are a tougher matchup than you think12:30-Would you rather have Mac Jones or Derek Carr?22:00-Scott Hanson talks Red Zone and national perspective of the PatriotsWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GHW6-c8z47I 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.

It wasn’t the prettiest of wins, but the Patriots get the job done against the Cardinals. Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down the game and discuss some positive takeaways from the win.1:00-What was the locker room like after the win?5:00-Glass half full: what did you like from the offense?7:00-Kendrick Bourne opens up about growth between players and coaches8:00-Is Mac Jones visibly showing frustration on the field a big deal?17:30-Would the Patriots have won if Kyler Murray wasn’t injured?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_LFLpd8xSiM 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 just how much the offensive line issues have limited the Patriots offense this season. How can those issues be fixed? Lastly, they break down the Patriots-Cardinals MNF matchup. 2:00-How do the Patriots find motivation at 6-6?5:30-What to make of Bill Belichick’s comments that he likes his offense11:00-How the offensive line issues have limited the offense18:00-Reaction to Charlie Weis saying the Patriots need a WR125:00-Patriots-Cardinals preview 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 welcomes in Phil Perry and Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio to take a big picture look at where the Patriots are after 13 weeks and where they’re likely headed the rest of the season and beyond. How much patience will Robert Kraft have if this team continues to regress and would he seriously consider moving on from Bill Belichick in the near future?1:00- Tom lays out the case as to why Bill Belichick may be more on the hot seat than currently thought5:35- Phil and Tom debate how Robert Kraft will react to another underperforming season from Belichick and the Patriots20:25- Tom welcomes in Mike Florio to gets a national perspective on the Belichick-Patriots situation25:25- Florio shares his theory on why Belichick has handled the coaching situation the way he has this season27:45- Florio lays out how he thinks it would go down if Kraft decides to move on from Belichick at some point in the near futureWatch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aHWaXthkI4Q 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.

The Patriots were faced with their biggest test of the season and they failed. Are there any signs that things can be fixed? Tom Curran and Phil Perry break it all down. 1:00-What’s with the Patriots’ lack of urgency?4:00-Patriots players express frustration with offensive gameplan14:00-Are the Patriots coaching scared on offense?22:30-Is Matt Patricia the long-term offensive coordinator?24:00-Can the Patriots change what they’ve been this season?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OvQCTmcHTRM 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 debate just how much the Patriots changed their defense to combat the Bills. Tyler Dunne of GoLongTD.com discusses why the Patriots might be catching the Bills at a good time. Lastly, Jonathan Jones answers some irrelevant questions. 3:30-Has the Patriots’ defense changed since losing to the Bills last year?8:00-Can this defense slow down the Bills?20:00-Are the Patriots catching the Bills at a good time?26:30-McDermott’s motivation to beat Belichick30:00-Irrelevant questions with Jonathan JonesWatch on YouTube: https://link.chtbl.com/I4lb7OeyCheck out Tyler Dunne's book here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-blood-and-guts-how-tight-ends 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.

The Patriots lose to the Vikings 33-26, Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down the game and discuss how turnovers and negative plays once again cost the Patriots.2:00-What’s with the situational stupidity?!5:30-Grading the defensive effort vs Vikings12:30-Can the Patriots slow down the elite WRs they will face?15:30-Has Mac Jones silenced the haters?23:00-NEW SEGMENT: Moments of glee and agitation if you’re a Patriots fan 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 preview the Patriots-Vikings matchup and discuss the crucial stretch coming up for the Patriots. Later, Jonnu Smith stops in for some irrelevant questions. 2:00-Getting to know the Vikings5:00-How will the Patriots slow down Justin Jefferson?10:30-Just how crucial is this stretch for the Patriots?14:00-Is Kirk Cousins still a good comp for Mac Jones?21:00-Irrelevant questions with Jonnu Smith Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/i2a6vnHtkZk 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.

The Patriots offense stumbles again, but they walk off with the win against the Jets. Tom Curran and Phil Perry break it all down and discuss the positives Patriots fans can take from the game. 1:00-Finding the positives from the game7:30-Can this defense keep up this level of play?13:00-What did we see different from the Patriots’ offense?28:00-What was the locker room like after the game?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fqrk19egwnk 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 changes they would like to see the Patriots make coming off the bye week. Can the Patriots find success against the Jets again? Also, J.T. The Brick breaks down what’s going on in Las Vegas with Josh McDaniels and the Raiders. 1:00-How much different can the Patriots offense be coming off a bye week? 6:00-Can the Patriots pivot from being a zone run team? 13:00-How much will ‘cleaning up their mistakes’ help the Patriots? 17:30-J.T. The Brick breaks down what’s up with Josh McDaniels in Vegas Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ci89TlH-4lA 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 break down the tough schedule the Patriots face coming off the bye week. Will the Patriots be able to keep their playoff spot? How much different could the offense look?1:00-Has this been a ‘good year’ in Robert Kraft’s eyes?10:00-Can the Patriots keep their playoff spot with the tough schedule ahead?18:00- Will we see more RPO coming out of the bye week?22:00-Is Belichick’s job safe if the Patriots miss the playoffs?27:00-Why has the Jonnu Smith experiment failed?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zPnp8XI03Qo 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 welcomes in Phil Perry and Matt Cassel to discuss the offense’s issues with tipping off defenses to their play-calls, is it possible for the team to turn things around during the BYE week? Then, the guys hand out their BYE-week awards and superlatives following the first nine games of the year.1:00- Cassel explains whether or not it’s common for defensive players to be able to pick up on what play the offense is calling before the snap and if the Patriots’ simplified offense this season is at all to blame6:40- What do we make of Dante Scarnecchia calling the team’s offensive running plays “very simple”? How much of the issues with the offense go back to the o-line and how much is on the play-calling?15:50- How drastic can the changes made during the BYE week really be ahead of the second half of the season?20:55- Curran, Phil and Cassel hand out their BYE-week awards, including offensive and defensive MVPs, most pleasant surprise, biggest disappointment, and best and worst offensive play through nine games33:29- The guys make their second-half prediction: will the Patriots make the playoffs?Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tYVzgJml6U8 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.

As the Patriots head into their bye week, Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down what we know about the Patriots through the first nine games. Will the Patriots be able to fix their offensive issues after the bye week? 1:00-Has Belichick been getting a pass on being criticized?16:30-Why the offense may not be fixable in 202222:00-NMF! It’s not Mac’s fault!31:00-How can the Patriots improve the offensive line in-season?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ls7UaZ-ePSQ 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 break down the Patriots’ 26-3 win over the Indianapolis Colts. What can the Patriots work heading into the bye week to make their offense more explosive?2:30-Offensive line continues to be a problem…is there a fix?9:30-What's holding Mac Jones back from having success in the red zone?17:30-What’s up with Jake Bailey?!25:30-Assessing the play of the Patriots’ defenseWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/U60iB4uUpdY 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 talks with former Patriot Chris Long about his time in New England. They also discuss his foundation and the projects being done by the Waterboys. Lastly, we fire off some irrelevant questions! 1:30-Chris Long reflects on his time with the Patriots6:00-How the Chris helps raise money for the Waterboys mission20:00-How Chris almost joined the Falcons instead of the Patriots23:30-Debunking the rumor that playing in New England isn’t fun24:30-Irrelevant questionsWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Farri1c3Pcs 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 making no moves at the trade deadline. They also discuss what Joe Judge’s recent comments say about the relationship between the Patriots and Mac Jones.1:00-Patriots make no moves at the trade deadline…was that the right move?5:00-Joe Judge praises Mac Jones for decision-making11:00-Is the “rocky” part of the Patriots-Mac relationship over?19:00-Early Colts-Patriots previewWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EwQ9s4TnUds 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.

The Patriots improved to 4-4 on the season with a 22-17 win over the Jets. Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down what we learned from the win. 1:00-What did we learn from the win?4:30-Is the Mac Jones vs Bailey Zappe debate over?8:30-Breaking down Mac’s performance14:00-What's the Patriots’ identity?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vf2K6SnghC4 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 crucial this week is for Mac Jones. What can Mac do to reestablish himself as the leader of this team? Also, we preview the Patriots upcoming matchup against the Jets. 1:00- Is Mac Jones entering a make-or-break stretch with the Patriots?3:30-What can Mac do to reestablish himself as the leader?12:30-Can a pocket passer win in today’s NFL?21:30-Patriots-Jets preview Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QkyOU0L1Dmw 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 break down the Patriots’ 33-14 loss to the Chicago Bears. They also debate why Bill Belichick chose to play both quarterbacks and how that will be handled going forward. 2:00-Analyzing Belichick’s decision to play two QBs3:30-Do all signs point to Belichick not believing in Mac Jones?8:00-Why let Mac play in the first place?16:00-Assessing Mac Jones’ regression20:30-Why is the offense run differently under Bailey Zappe?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OLNfpxXdr6E 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 discuss the debate around the NFL on whether the Patriots should roll with Bailey Zappe or Mac Jones. They also break down the Patriots-Bears matchup and debate if there is any reason to fear Chicago.1:00-Bailey Zappe or Mac Jones? People around the NFL disagree!6:30-Will Mac be on a shorter leash if he’s named the starter?10:00-Cassel on what it’s like to be in a QB competition with a teammate14:00-Bears-Patriots previewWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/weuHXbQDzF0 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 recap what we’ve learned about the Patriots in the first six games. Are the Patriots an average team playing well…or are they good? Also, we catch up with Deatrich Wise for some irrelevant questions.1:30-Are the Patriots an average team playing well…or are they good?9:00-How much credit does Belichick deserve for the last two wins?16:30-Should Patriots roll with Bailey Zappe if Mac Jones is cleared to play?23:00-Looking ahead to the Bears28:30-Irrelevant questions with Deatrich WiseWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oRINnCmj-bE 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 break down the Patriots’ 38-15 win over the Cleveland Browns. Zappe fever strikes again! But is there really any debate who will start when Mac Jones returns?1:00-Everyone has Zappe fever, and he’s earned it4:00-Why there should be no competition when Mac returns10:00-Are we expecting Mac Jones to play against the Bears?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CZWBN0IN-m8 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 welcomes in Phil Perry and Matt Cassel to discuss all the latest with Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe. How quickly should the team look to get Mac back on the field, and is there any serious potential for a QB controversy in New England? Plus, the guys preview Sunday’s matchup with the Cleveland Browns.1:00- Curran explains why there should be no debate about who starts at QB once Mac Jones returns from injury5:30- How likely is it that Mac Jones plays this weekend? Cassel explains how the coaching and training staff will judge his progress this week15:30- Previewing Sunday’s matchup with the Browns, can the Patriots slow down this offense?20:10- Who replaces Damien Harris behind Rhamondre Stevenson on Sunday?24:05- The guys debate whether or not the Patriots *should* beat the Browns on Sunday Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wb66FdWtIao 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 take one last look at the Patriots’ win over the Lions to debate which signs of improvement from the team will have staying power going forward this season before taking a look ahead to this weekend’s matchup against the Cleveland Browns. Then, Tom catches up with Adrian Phillips for another round of ‘irrelevant questions’.1:00- Tom and Phil discuss how Bill Belichick talks to the media and what leads him to drop the ‘curmudgeon’ attitude on occasion and talk in-depth on a given topic7:50- Tom and Phil look at several key areas of success in Sunday’s win and debate how much we should view them as building blocks for the future20:22- Can Mac Jones really learn anything from how Bailey Zappe has handled the offense and offensive coaching staff?25:08- Looking ahead to the Cleveland Browns, should we expect a similar game plan as the one the Patriots used against the Lions?28:00- ‘Irrelevant Questions’ with Adrian PhillipsWatch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9WY8QqxYi3Q 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 discuss the Patriots' 29-0 shutout of the Detroit Lions, who came into the game averaging 35 points per game. Tom and Phil discuss Bailey Zappe's impressive first NFL start, including the poise he's shown, and some strong praise from Bill Belichick. Is a quarterback controversy brewing? Tom and Phil discuss.And finally, we talk about the dominant performance of the defense, including stopping Detroit on all six 4th down conversions they attempted. 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 talk with Seth Walder about ESPN’s new receiver tracking metrics and what it tells us about the Patriots’ receiving corps. Later, Matt Cassel previews Lions-Patriots and why this game is important for the buy-in from Patriots’ players.3:00-Seth Walder explains ESPN’s new receiver tracking metrics and how the Patriots’ WRs rank12:00-Do the numbers show the Patriots should use Kendrick Bourne more?14:30-Will the Patriots implement more RPOs when Mac Jones returns?19:30-Why this game is important for buy-in from Patriots’ playersWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/g71L-9182os 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.

Four games down, at the quarter pole. Tom Curran and Phil Perry make their assessments about what we know about this Patriots team. Could Mac Jones’ injury be an ‘obstacle is the way’ situation that helps the Patriots rediscover their mystique? 7:00-At the quarter pole in the season, how do we feel about the offense?11:30-Assessing the development of Mac Jones14:30-Have the defensive changes worked?21:00-Can adversity help the Patriots rediscover their mystique?28:30-Irrevelant questions with Josh UcheWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jejhxwfo0io 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.

The Patriots lose in OT to the Packers 27-24, but there are plenty of positives to take from the loss. Tom Curran, Phil Perry and Michael Holley break down their biggest takeaways from the game.1:30-Reflecting on the moral victories that helped build the Patriots franchise4:00-Reasons to be optimistic after the loss6:00-If Mac Jones can’t play, do you want Hoyer or Zappe?8:30- Moral victory? You betcha!16:00-Could Mac play against the Lions?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8UhDKIQ0gv8 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 is joined by Phil Perry and Matt Cassel to react to the way the Patriots have handled Mac Jones’ injury this week and what impact it will have on his development in Year 2. Then, the guys react to former Patriots executive Michael Lombardi’s comments criticizing Mac Jones – is there an ulterior motive behind the comments?4:10- How significantly has Mac Jones’ ankle injury and overall start to the season hurt his development?7:50- How much does the lack of transparency around Mac’s injury negatively impact his ability to do what’s best for his health and long-term career aspirations?12:11- How much has the offensive coaching situation factored into Mac’s decision-making on how quickly he wants to get back on the field?14:10- Cassel breaks down what it’s like as the veteran backup when the starting QB goes down with an injury18:40- The guys react to former Patriots executive Michael Lombardi’s comments criticizing Mac Jones’ play this seasonWatch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FlgasJLiXH4 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 talks with former NFL lineman Pete Kendall about the impact of Mac Jones’ injury on the offense. Later, Phil Perry joins to debate whether we should be encouraged or discouraged by what we’ve seen from the Patriots offense through three weeks.2:00-Is Mac Jones getting the support he needs?9:00-How critical is this juncture of Mac’s career?11:00-Will there be pressure to bring back Mac too soon?17:30-How does the offense change with Brian Hoyer at QB?21:30-Is Phil Perry encouraged or discouraged by the offensive progress?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZuOf6-eKqio 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 break down the Patriots’ 37-26 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. What’s the latest on Mac Jones injured ankle? 1:00-Latest on Mac Jones injury, how bad is it?6:30-Can the offensive line continue to protect Mac?8:00-Grading Mac’s performance against the Ravens13:30-How much has the “Patriot” way of football changed?27:00-Takeaways from the Patriots defensive performance Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UDM0vjbSfkA 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 whether the concern over Mac Jones’ start is warranted. Also, they debate what would have been if the Patriots drafted Lamar Jackson instead of Sony Michel in 2018.1:00-Is concern over Mac Jones’ start warranted?3:00-Will Mac be better at the end of 2022 than he was in 2021? 8:30-How much confidence does Mac have in the plays that are being called?18:00-Did the Patriots blow it when passing on Lamar Jackson? 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 talks with Phil Perry, who hands out grades for the Patriots from their win over the Steelers. Brent Harris of WBAL joins to talk what went wrong for the Ravens against the Dolphins, and how they will respond. Lastly, we do a Tom Brady wellness check with Rick Stroud.1:00-Phil Perry hands out his grades for the Patriots’ performance against the Steelers10:00-Will the Patriots be throwing it deep more?13:00-Brent Harris on what went wrong for Ravens against the Dolphins, and how will they respond?17:00-Tampa Tom wellness check with Rick StroudWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KxJYVXxvt9M 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 break down the Patriots’ 17-14 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. What can the team build off of from this win? :30-Patriots show some promise with wide-zone runs against Steelers2:00-What can the Patriots offense build off of from this win?5:30-Giving credit to the Patriots defense 9:00-Are we surprised with who is getting the targets on offense? 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 break down their five-point plan for fixing the Patriots offense. What changes can be made to give the Patriots a better chance of beating the Steelers on Sunday?1:00-Matt Patricia explains the in-game communication between coaches and Mac Jones3:30-Former Patriots executive Mike Lombardi on the challenges Belichick is facing6:00-Five-point plan to fix the Patriots’ offense 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 talks with former NFL lineman Pete Kendall about what he saw go wrong for the Patriots in their season opener against the Dolphins. Are the problems on the offensive line fixable? Later, Mark Kaboly of The Athletic previews the Patriots-Steelers matchup. 1:30-Dan Orlovsky rips Patriots for being unprepared against the Dolphins3:00-Pete Kendall breaks down the protection issues that plagued the Patriots against the Dolphins16:30-Will there be pressure to play Kendrick Bourne more against the Steelers?25:30-Mark Kaboly on Steelers being 1-0, cautious optimism from the fan base30:00-Can Brian Flores exploit the Patriots’ offense?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bOgKcravOT4 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 break down the Patriots’ 20-7 loss to the Miami Dolphins. How bad is Mac Jones’ back injury? Who is to blame for the struggles on offense? 1:30-Latest on Mac Jones back injury5:30-Offense looks good early, what went wrong?11:30-Who is to blame for the mistakes?15:00-Reasons for Belichick’s optimism following the loss17:30-What’s the deal with Kendrick Bourne?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PWYzVEyTJjc 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.

Football is back! Tom Curran is joined by Matt Cassel and Phil Perry to preview the Patriots’ season-opener against the Dolphins and to discuss just how important Mac Jones is to the team’s success this year.1:00- Cassel breaks down the process that goes into preparing for the season opener5:30- How concerned should we be about the offense’s ability to adjust entering Week 1?7:35- How vital is Mac’s buy-in going to be for this team’s success this year?11:45- “Storm the Cassel” Q&A for Matt Cassel, including his most memorable opener, what Belichick is like headed into Week 1, and more! Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NZZS_V5YUMs 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 talk with former NFL guard, Pete Kendall, about what he has seen from the Patriots this preseason. Have the Patriots been playing possum? How hard will it be for Matt Patricia to be play-caller and OL coach?1:00-Pete Kendall breaks down the play that flummoxed him this preseason5:30-Are the Patriots playing possum by not audibling out of bad plays?8:30- How hard will it be for Matt Patricia to be OC/play-caller and OL coach?14:00-Is there too much on the plate of Cole Strange?21:30-Biggest concerns for Mac Jones heading into the regular seasonWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/08BqKOP0pmA 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 are giving a full season preview ahead of Week 1. They discuss Bill Belichick's 'patience' strategy, causes for optimism and Mac Jones' positive outlook on the season. Plus, The Athletic's Tim Graham joins to talk all things Buffalo Bills1:00 - Belichick preaching patience… is everyone buying in? 8:00 - What will the season look like if patience pays off?12:00 - Causes for optimism and reasons for cynicism 21:00 - Is Mac Jones genuinely optimistic about this Patriots team?28:00 Tim on the Buffalo Bills and their history with 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.

Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to 53-man roster cuts by the Patriots. Were there any surprises? Also, they debate how the Patriots’ offense could improve before the season opener against the Dolphins. 1:30-Breaking down the Patriots roster cuts4:30-Did the Patriots try to shop Isaiah Wynn?8:30-Were there any surprise cuts?10:30-How the Patriots’ offense could improve20:30-Irrelevant questions with Hunter HenryWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/P8aYfiFLDCE 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 break down the Patriots’ final preseason game against the Raiders. What’s the biggest issue with the offense? Should we be concerned with Mac Jones getting frustrated?1:30-Mac Jones shows frustration but still confident they will figure it out5:00-How much is the run game to blame?12:00-Why the rest of NFL is still flabbergasted by the Patriots’ offensive scheme17:30- Concern over Mac Jones getting frustrated?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MXBw6pFjPoI 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 break down what we’ve learned from the Patriots' week of joint practices with the Raiders. What are the top three things we want to see in the game on Friday?2:00-Phil’s read on the week in Vegas7:00-What would the Patriots look like if they didn’t draft Mac?12:00-"Patience" is the slogan for '22 Patriots15:30-What do we want to see in Patriots-Raiders preseason game?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aHXLZ0FjnY4 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 talks with Phil Perry who is in Las Vegas for the Patriots-Raiders joint practices. Why did the Patriots struggle on the first day? How did the defense stack up against Josh McDaniels and the Raiders’ offense? 2:00-Phil Perry breaks down the rough day for the offense 6:00-What’s the root cause of the struggles on offense? 11:30-Did McDaniels bring the Patriots offense to the Raiders? 15:00-Offense ends rocky practice with explosive 2-minute drill 21:30- Did Belichick underestimate his renovation? Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8bI-iRSnVAU 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 break down the Patriots’ second preseason game against the Carolina Panthers. What positive signs can we take from the game? Is it clear Matt Patricia will be calling the plays in the regular season opener?1:00-How important was the Mac Jones-led touchdown drive?4:00-Is Matt Patricia the play caller?14:00-Defense shines; can it buy the offense more time?16:30-Where’s the weakness in the secondary?20:00-Ups and downs from preseason Game 2Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mPyWARycONk 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 break down what they saw from Patriots-Panthers joint practices this week. Later, they hand out their camp superlatives1:30- Problem with the camp fights or nah?11:30-Positive signs from the offense this week18:30-What to make of Bill Belichick calling plays20:30-Training camp superlativesWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KeJzhCZxfKU 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 give their takeaways from the Patriots first joint practice with the Carolina Panthers. Should we be more optimistic about the offense? Who stood out on defense?1:00-Reasons for optimism following first joint practice6:00-DeVante Parker and Jalen Mills stars of the day9:00-What led to the brawl between the Patriots and Panthers?22:00-Irrelevant questions with Jakobi MeyersWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7-WVxfJgRQ4 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 give their takeaways from the Patriots preseason opener. What did we learn about the play calling? Who popped and who dropped?3:30-What did we learn about who will be calling plays?8:30-Has Belichick decided collaboration with coaches is the best route?14:00-What’s the end goal of the Patriots playing ‘process’?17:00-Who popped and who dropped vs Giants?35:00-Is there a long-term plan or is Belichick 'winging' it?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nxB2Lfa2fuc 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.

On this episode of the Patriots Talk Podcast, Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry react to comments from Bill Belichick and Mac Jones, discuss the offensive line's tough performance at practice and preview the Patriots first preseason game2:30 - Did the offense look any better after Monday's disastrous practice?9:30 - Breaking down the offensive line's training camp performance14:30 - Why would the Patriots change the way they call their protections?25:00 - What do you expect to see in the Patriots' first preseason game? 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.