Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

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Why did the Patriots decide to trade Garoppolo now? Nov 01, 2017

Show notes

1:10 - Tom Curran and Phil Perry discuss why the Patriots decided now to trade backup quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo.

2:06 - Listen to Bill Belichick's opening statement in his conference call to the media about the trade.

5:08 - The issue that would have arose if the Patriots decided to franchise tag Garoppolo, why they couldn't agree on a contract extension, and how he wanted to become a starting quarterback with another team.

12:11 - If Robert Kraft had a say in the quarterback situation, wanting to trade Garoppolo and keep Tom Brady.

17:46 - Could the Patriots have gotten more for Garoppolo? Would the value have been better if they traded him earlier?

23:50 - Curran and Perry wonder if the Patriots will draft a quarterback next year and if that player will be treated similarly to Garoppolo.

31:18 - Jerod Mayo joins to give his thoughts on the Garoppolo trade, Kraft's involvement, his own experiences with Garoppolo, why the offense is struggling in the red zone, and having the green dot on the defense.

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Jerod Mayo gives first hand experience on dealing with torn pectoral Oct 27, 2017

Show notes

1:30 Jerod Mayo on how the Dont’a Hightower injury will impact the Patriots on the field

3:00 Jerod tells his story of having the same injury and how in some ways it made him a better player, and how Hightower can continue to learn throughout this injury

6:00 Phil Perry breaks down how the Patriots have reacted to the news of Hightower’s injury

8:00 Which current Patriots player will now become the leader of the defense?

11:00 Is the Patriots defense screwed if they do not add anyone at the deadline?

15:00 Could the Patriots realistically trade Malcolm Butler at the deadline?

18:00 Did the Patriots actually luck out with the timing of Hightower’s injury with an easier schedule down the stretch?

22:30 Did the Patriots make a mistake by re-upping Dont’a Hightower’s contract?

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Will Patriots defense finally turn the corner after solid performance vs Falcons? Oct 24, 2017

Show notes

1:00 Tom E. Curran shares some stories and insight from writing the book ‘Relentless’ a memoir on Julian Edelman.

6:00 Tom & Phil discuss what the key factors were to the Patriots getting their win over the Falcons.

15:00 Jerod Mayo joins Phil Perry to discuss what he saw in the Patriots win over the Falcons.

18:00 How much credit does the Patriots defense get for the win? have they finally turned the corner?

23:00 Is this is a defensive scheme the Patriots should build off of and use going forward?

26:45 Jerod Mayo plays Patriots GM and gives us the moves he would like to see the Patriots do at the deadline.

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Has the Patriots locker room chemistry been altered? Oct 20, 2017

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On this episode of Quick Slants the Podcast with Tom Curran and Tom Giles...

1:50 - They discuss if there is an issue inside of the Patriots locker room and how the chemistry has been altered by a few missing pieces.

5:47 - Curran and Giles talk about how the Patriots need to find a way to keep their edge after winning the Super Bowl.

10:45 - Big week for the Patriots offensive line against the Falcons defense and a preview of the Sunday night game.

13:23 - At what point will Falcons be comfortable with the lead? At what point would the Patriots think they can still come back if they are trailing?

17:24 - D. Orlando Ledbetter from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution joins to discuss if Falcons are fragile, if they are still thinking about the Super Bowl, and how the Falcons will be on defense against the Patriots offense.

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Is Bill Belichick ignoring the noise? or trying to change the narrative? Oct 18, 2017

Show notes

3:00 Why has Bill Belichick been so surprisingly positive of his team’s performance in tight wins?

6:30 Phil Perry breaks down what grades he gave the Patriots on his report card following the win over the Jets

15:00 Reaction to the Austin-Seferian Jenkins overturned touchdown, and what changes need to be made in the NFL replay system.

23:00 Why was Patriots offensive line much more effective against Jets?

25:00 Patriots-Falcons preview, how did Falcons blow a 17 point lead to the Dolphins?

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Jets beat reporter Manish Mehta, is there any shot the Jets make the upset on Sunday? Oct 13, 2017

Show notes

Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry look ahead to the Patriots game this weekend against the surprising New York Jets.

(10:00) Dont’a Hightower tells Phil Perry he is not where he wants to be so far in this season. (14:00) At what point do the Patriots make a decision on Alan Branch?

(18:00) Manish Mehta from the NY Daily News discusses whether he thinks the Jets can keep their winning season going, or if it’s just a fluke. (20:00) Are Jets fans actually mad that the team is not tanking? (21:30) Which player would the Jets be tanking for? (24:30) How surprising is the start that Josh McCown having? (26:30) Why has Kony Ealy thrived with the Jets? (28:30) Will the Jets be able to get pressure on Brady Sunday? (32:00) Could Jimmy Garoppolo ever wear a Jets uniform?

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How concerned is Jerod Mayo on the amount of hits Tom Brady has been taking? Oct 11, 2017

Show notes

1:00 What is the biggest reason Tom Brady is getting hit so much?

5:00 Jerod Mayo tells story of going up against Logan Mankins during practice when he was a rookie

8:00 Jerod Mayo on Patriots defense improving on Thursday Night, but still showing signs of weakness in areas.

14:00 What type of schemes will Patriots use against the Jets?

17:00 Jerod Mayo on how much players actually listen and pay attention to media being critical of them

22:30 How does Jerod Mayo feel about the anthem protests continuing to be a story?

25:00 Phil Perry reads some listener reviews of the Quick Slants Podcast

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Special guest Bill Burr rants on Deflategate and the Colts Oct 09, 2017

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Tom Curran had the chance to talk to a special guest in this bonus episode of "Quick Slants The Podcast", as comedian Bill Burr checked-in. The Canton native talks about the wonderful world of social media, plus his podcast and animated series for Netflix "F is for Family".

Tom and Bill also get into an epic rant on "Deflategate", and how teams like the Giants and Colts are not punished when they break the rules. Plus, out of nowhere, a conversation on the incredible career of Dan Marino.

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Is the way the Patriots beat the Buccaneers sustainable for the rest of the season? Oct 07, 2017

Show notes

1:00 Regardless of how good it looked, Patriots thrilled to just get the win

4:00 Should Patriots fans be encouraged about Patriots getting a run game going?

7:00 Will the hits that Brady has been taking catch up with him?

13:00 How did Dwayne Allen have 0 impact with Grokowski out?

15:00 Was the Patriots secondary motivated to prove the doubters wrong?

18:00 Can the Patriots defense build off this performance?

22:00 Should the Patriots permanently move Hightower to the middle?

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Jerod Mayo gives player insight on why Patriots defense is struggling Oct 04, 2017

Show notes

Jerod Mayo talks with Tom E. Curran about what problems he is seeing the Patriots defense have on the field, and what can be done to fix it by Thursday. (1:30) Jerod Mayo on how the Patriots defense needs to turn the page on poor start to season. (5:00) Jerod breaks down the Panthers touchdowns, and what went wrong on the Patriots defense. (10:00) Is communication the Patriots biggest problem on defense? (19:00) Jerod tells stories of his playing days and how it took time to learn how to play with certain players, and why communication is so key to a defense. (25:00) How will Stephon Gilmore deal with the negativity of Patriots fans from not performing?

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