Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast

The New England Patriots kicked off OTAs for the 2026 season, and Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry broke down all of the major storylines from Day 1. Mike Vrabel spoke to the media and answered some questions regarding his offseason controversy. Players addressed the rumors surrounding A.J. Brown and what it would mean for the Patriots if they acquired the star wide receiver. Tom & Phil also break down the ups and downs of Drake Maye’s day. Meanwhile Christian Gonzalez was one of several players absent from OTAs today. Tom & Phil discuss what that might mean, as the young cornerback looks for a contract extension.

0:00 - Rundown for Day 1 of OTAs

1:00 - The latest on Mike Vrabel

11:13 - Patriots players address rumors surrounding A.J. Brown

13:43 - Taking a look at Drake Maye’s day

18:40 - What does Christian Gonzalez’s absence from OTAs mean?

30:33 - Other storylines, including Caleb Lomu, Romeo Doubs & more

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Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry break down the recent trade rumors surrounding A.J. Brown and whether there's interest from other teams around the league. They also discuss expectations for Brown if he were to land in New England, what to make of Kayshon Boutte missing voluntary workouts and Bill Belichick’s recent comments about Tom Brady.

00:00 - Thoughts on chatter around the league about A.J. Brown

17:00 - Expectations for A.J. Brown next season if he is traded to the Patriots

23:00 - Thoughts on Kayshon Boutte missing voluntary team workouts

28:00 - Is Bill Belichick trying to rewrite history?

37:00 - How will the NFL's expansion of its international program impact players?

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Phil Perry, Tom Giles and Albert Breer break down the Patriots’ 2026 schedule immediately after its release. How difficult does this season look for the Patriots? They discuss predictions, challenging road games and how this season could differ from last year.

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Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry get together to discuss all of the offseason stories that surround the New England Patriots. They hit on the latest from the Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini story after more videos were released of them two together on a boat. They wonder where this story ends, and could it end with Mike Vrabel not coaching for the Patriots in 2026. Stefon Diggs was also found not guilty on assault and strangulation charges. Shortly after, he took to Instagram where he pleaded his case to be back in the NFL. Tom and Phil discuss if he could come back to New England and where else might be a good destination for the veteran receiver. The guys also hit on the latest with A.J. Brown after Adam Schefter reiterated that a trade would likely include a 2028 first-round pick from the Patriots.

0:00 - Finding connections between the 2026 Patriots & 2026 Celtics

8:46 - Wondering how the Vrabel-Russini situation ends

21:16 - What’s next for Stefon Diggs after being found not guilty

26:49 - Are Patriots still on track to land A.J. Brown?

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Tom Curran is joined by Steve Palazzolo of The 33rd Team to break down the New England Patriots' 2026 NFL Draft class. Which picks did Steve love, and where did the front office take a gamble? Plus, we dive into the AJ Brown trade rumors and how adding a true WR1 changes the ceiling for this offense, Finally, we look around the AFC to see which rivals got stronger and debate the power dynamic between Mike Vrabel and Eliot Wolf in the draft room.

00:00 - Steve Palazzolo’s favorite picks from the Patriots' draft

09:00 - How A.J. Brown could change the Patriots’ offense

13:00 - AFC East Draft Grades

16:30 - Vrabel vs. Wolf: Whose fingerprints are on this draft?

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