Patriots 2026 schedule release: Reactions, predictions & season outlook

Patriots 2026 schedule release: Reactions, predictions & season outlook

Author: NBC Sports Boston May 15, 2026 Duration: 52:34
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.

For fans who live and breathe New England Patriots football, Tom Curran’s Patriots Talk Podcast is the essential, insider conversation. Hosted by NBC Sports Boston’s veteran analysts Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry, this podcast goes far beyond the scoreboard. Each episode digs into the nuances of the latest performance, the critical roster decisions, and the larger NFL landscape that impacts the team’s path forward. The analysis here is direct, informed by years of covering the organization, and isn’t afraid to ask the tough questions. You’ll hear immediate post-game reactions that capture the raw emotion of a win or loss, followed by the deeper, mid-week breakdowns that put everything into context. The Tuesday and Thursday episodes allow Curran and Perry to synthesize news, dissect film, and project what’s next, making this a comprehensive audio companion to the entire season. It’s the kind of detailed, knowledgeable talk you’d expect from beat reporters who know the franchise inside and out. Tune in for a no-nonsense discussion that feels like listening in on the press box debate after the cameras turn off, providing Patriots fans with the clarity and perspective that only true insiders can offer. This is the definitive podcast for anyone who wants their analysis to come from the source.
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The 33rd Team’s Take: Patriots Draft Review & The A.J. Brown Impact [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:20
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 B…
Vrabel addresses Russini photos, and the price for AJ Brown [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:10
Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry break down Mike Vrabel's first meeting with the media since the Diana Russini story broke. Plus, with reports swirling that AJ Brown is "likely to be a Patriot," the guys discuss if New Engla…
What History Says About Picks 31 & 63: Patriots Draft Preview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:21
After a quick detour to start the pod, Tom and Phil dive into the football talk! They discuss the latest in the A.J. Brown saga and what history tells us about the potential haul for the Patriots at picks No. 31 and No.…
Decoding the Patriots' 30 Visits: What it Means for the Draft [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:27
Tom Curran and Phil Perry discuss what the Patriots’ 30 visits tell us about their strategy for the NFL Draft. They also debate what the top five storylines are for the team and discuss the logjam at the Patriots HOF.