Pats from the Past
Pats from the Past
The 'Pats from the Past' podcast is a bi-weekly podcast that features in-depth conversations with some of the greatest New England Patriots players in franchise history. Hosted by Sr. Executive Producer Matt Smith, and Editor of Patriots.com, Paul Perillo, who combined have nearly forty years of experience in the organization to expertly tap into the players and their unique insights. For more inf…Social links:
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Pats from the Past, Episode 47: Brian Hoyer
Former Patriots quarterback Brian Hoyer joins us in the latest episode of Pats from the Pats.The 15 year NFL vet, who had three separate tours with the Patriots, shares the trials and tribulations involved in such a long career. Brian talks about his unique role during the practice week leading in…
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Pats from the Past, Episode 47: Romeo Crennel
In this edition of Pats from the Past we sit down with former Patriots coach, Romeo Crennel. Crennel discusses the differences between working for Bill Parcells and Bill Belichick, his favorite Super Bowl victory, working with Mike Vrabel as a player then as a coach, and what makes him successful.…
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Pats from the Past, Episode 46: Mike Vrabel
Matt Smith and Paul Perillo sit down with newly inducted Patriots Hall of Famer Mike Vrabel. Listen in for his thoughts coming back to Foxboro for his induction, his ability to “give it back” to Coach Belichick, and some interesting comments on where he thought the 2007 team failed to finish the j…
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Pats from the Past, Episode 45: Rodney Harrison
In this edition of Pats from the Past, Matt Smith and Paul Perillo sit down with former Patriots safety Rodney Harrison. Harrison discusses the difference, now as a broadcaster, on his drives into Gillette Stadium, and the person he rides with that makes it even more unique. Find out his favorite G…
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Pats from the Past, Episode 44: Adam Vinatieri
On this episode of Pats from the Past, we sit down with Adam Vinatieri, looking back at his storied career. Among the highlights is how his likely HOF career nearly never got off the ground during a shaky start in his rookie season. How that helped develop confidence to make some of the most clutch…
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Pats from the Past, Episode 43: Russ Francis
Former Patriots tight end Russ Francis is our guest on this edition of Pats from the Past. Highlights from our conversation include: How a kid from Hawaii with just one year playing major college football, became the 16th overall selection, and his difficulties conforming to life in the NFL. Franci…
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Pats from the Past, Episode 42: Scott Pioli Pt. 2
Tune-in for our conversation with former Patriots GM Scott Pioli. This is part two of our interview. Among the highlights include: Scott discussing his very humble beginnings to a multiple executive of the year award winner, how he was affected by the curse of success, his unique insights into the …
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Pats from the Past, Episode 42: Scott Pioli Pt. 1
Tune-in for our conversation with former Patriots GM Scott Pioli. This is one of a two part interview. Among the highlights include: Scott discussing his very humble beginnings to a multiple executive of the year award winner, how he was affected by the curse of success, his unique insights into th…
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Pats from the Past, Episode 41: Devin and Jason McCourty
In this edition of Pats from the Past we sit down with Devin and Jason McCourty immediately following Devin's retirement ceremony at Gillette Stadium. Among the highlights are Devin’s reaction to the organization’s ceremony, A look back at their “Super Season” and what’s Devin’s next chapter in lif…
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Pats from the Past, Episode 40: Mike Reiss
In this episode of Pats from the Past we sit down with Patriots beat reporter Mike Reiss from ESPN. We discuss his unique path in the media, from Patriots Football Weekly (PFW) to ESPN, and who he credits for his break, the greatest story he's ever covered here, his gratitude, excitement and prepar…
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