Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

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Is the cap really "crap"? Andrew Brandt makes his case Mar 01, 2023

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Tom Curran and Phil Perry welcome in former Green Bay Packers executive Andrew Brandt to break down why claims you can’t build long-term around a top of the market QB are bogus and how the Patriots should handle the final years of Mac Jones’ rookie contract.

4:42- Andrew explains why it’s overblown to think you can’t build a Super Bowl winner with a $40M QB and what actually gets teams in trouble with the salary cap

13:20- Is having a QB on a rookie deal actually an overrated advantage then when building a roster?

16:10- Andrew breaks down the real issue with QB salaries right now

22:55- Is the cap really “crap” for big market teams?

25:25- What should the Patriots do with Mac Jones?

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A position-by-position deep dive on the Patriots offense Feb 21, 2023

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Tom Curran and Phil Perry go position by position and break down the Patriots’ current roster on offense. What positions are set for the foreseeable future and where should the team look to make changes this offseason?

2:15- The future of Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe

11:10- Wide receiver group

15:00- Running backs

17:55- Tight ends

21:45- Offensive line

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Are the Kansas City Chiefs a dynasty? Are you high? Feb 14, 2023

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Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to the Chiefs beating the Eagles 38-35 in Super Bowl LVII. What will it take for the Chiefs to be considered a dynasty? How much credit does Andy Reid deserve?

4:00-Chiefs are not a dynasty until they win three!

12:00-How many Super Bowls will Patrick Mahomes end up with?

15:00-Stop comparing Patrick Mahomes to Tom Brady!

23:00-Andy Reid vs Bill Belichick

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Adam Vinatieri, 50-plus underwear model? And so much more! Feb 09, 2023

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Tom Curran chats with Adam Vinatieri about the mindset that led to him becoming one of the most-clutch kickers in NFL history, why he feels he’ll always be a Patriot, and if he ever thinks about making the Hall of Fame once he becomes eligible for induction.

0:40- 1-on-1 with Adam Vinatieri

3:20- Vinatieri explains how he became such a good kicker in clutch situations

7:25- Adam shares why he feels he’ll always be a New England Patriot

10:00- Adam on getting back into shape after retiring from the NFL

11:40- Does Adam ever think about making the Hall of Fame?

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Making the most of Mac Jones with Greg Cosell and Mike Lombardi Feb 09, 2023

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Tom Curran and Phil Perry talk with former NFL executive Mike Lombardi about how the Patriots have gone about fixing their offensive system this offseason and whether or not the team will get the ‘answer’ on Mac Jones by the end of year 3. Then, Greg Cosell of NFL Films joins Tom to break down what he’s seen from Mac and whether or not he’s the type of quarterback the Patriots can win with going forward.

1:00- Mike Lombardi joins and shares his thoughts on how Bill Belichick has gone about fixing the team’s offensive staff so far this offseason

2:45- Lombardi discusses whether or not the team will get their long-term answer on Mac Jones next season, and why teams get into trouble for overpaying ‘good’, not great players

4:55- Mike explains why fixing the offensive line needs to be the priority for New England this offseason

6:20- Greg Cosell joins to discuss whether the Patriots can win with a QB like Mac Jones

12:40- Greg explains what he like about Bill O’Brien and why Mac can thrive in his system

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Peter King, Thomas Dimitroff talk Mac, Brady and ranking Super Bowls Feb 07, 2023

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Tom E. Curran is joined by NBC Sports' Peter King and former Patriots executive Thomas Dimitroff from radio row in Phoenix. Dimitroff talks about Mac Jones' future in New England and how the team can build around him. Peter King then joins to discuss Tom Brady and Bill Belichick's podcast comments. Plus, his reaction to Barry Wilner's Super Bowl rankings

4:00 - Does Thomas Dimitroff believe the Patriots can build around Mac Jones?

9:00 - What will Pats need to see from Mac Jones to pick up fifth-year option?

14:30 - Peter King shares thoughts on Tom Brady & Bill Belichick's podcast comments

21:30 - Peter King reacts to Barry Wilner's Super Bowl rankings

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Do the Patriots remain a national brand? Plus, reaction to the Adrian Klemm hire Feb 07, 2023

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Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to reports that Adrian Klemm will be the Patriots next offensive line coach, as well as other offseason team news. Then, Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio joins Tom from radio row in Phoenix for a wide-ranging conversation on the state of the Patriots and NFL in general a week out from the Super Bowl LVII.

1:00- Phil and Tom react to the Adrian Klemm news and what that means for the offensive line, then they break down the latest on where the team stands ahead of free agency

16:55- Tom and Mike discuss the QB situation around the league heading into 2023 and why Bill Belichick has been non-committal on Mac Jones’s future in New England

25:46- Florio on if Belichick’s legacy has taken a hit after the coaching decisions last season and why he’ll be on the ‘hot seat’ if he can’t turn things around next season

34:10- Florio shares his Super Bowl prediction and why it’s important for Patrick Mahomes to win this year

37:55- Florio explains why he doesn’t see Aaron Rodgers wanting to leave Green Bay for a Super Bowl contender

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The Next Pats Podcast with Phil Perry
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Why asking Tom Brady to “retire as a Patriot” is an awful idea Feb 02, 2023

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Tom Curran and Phil Perry debate what the proper Tom Brady tribute in New England should look like. Should it be a day? A parade? A statue? Just not a one-day contract!

1:00-What is the proper Tom Brady tribute in New England?

4:30-What iconic Brady moment would make a good statue?

11:30-Would Brady even accept a one-day contract from the Patriots?

21:30-Final decisions on the tribute to Tom Brady

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Going deep on what Patriots should do with their pass catchers Jan 31, 2023

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What can the Patriots do to get Mac Jones a weapon next season? Tom Curran and Phil Perry debate the best way to upgrade the offense this offseason. Later, Alex Barth of the Sports Hub gives an update on what he’s seeing with the Patriots’ coaching staff at the Shrine Bowl.

1:00-What do the teams that are left have that the Patriots don’t?

4:30-What type of WR are the Patriots missing?

10:00-Time to get creative with a trade for a WR

24:30-Tom Brady to the Niners?

28:30-Alex Barth reports from the Shrine Bowl

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How bad was it behind the scenes for the ‘22 Patriots? Jan 26, 2023

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Tom Curran and Phil Perry react to the Boston Herald’s article detailing the dysfunction within the Patriots last season. Just how bad did things get behind the scenes? Will there be any lingering effects next season?

1:00-What role will Joe Judge have going forward?

4:30-Reaction to Boston Herald’s article on dysfunction

17:00-Will last season impact the trust players have in Bill Belichick?

17:30-Players show frustration with Joe Judge

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