Official New England Patriots Podcasts - Pats from the Past

Matt Smith and Paul Perillo sit down with former Patriots defensive tackle Vince Wilfork ahead of his 2022 Patriots Hall of Fame induction. Among the highlights include: His attitude on draft day 2004, and his amazing recollection of the players selected ahead of him. His most disappointing loss (His answer may surprise you). His affection for New England, his appeal to Patriots fans, and his gratitude for the HOF honor.

On the latest episode of Pats from the Past, we visit with Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee Richard Seymour, as the countdown to Canton, Ohio is in full force. Highlights from the conversation include: Is the Patriots defense of the early 2000's finally getting the recognition it deserves? How surprised he was when he opened the door to see a Gold Jacket clad Ty Law. His unique way of teasing Law in comparing the 2022 HOF class with Law's 2019 class and more.

Former Patriots research director Ernie Adams is our guest, and highlights a nearly half a century in the National Football League. Adams discusses how his passion for football began, what made the mid 1970's Patriots so great, his favorite Patriot team and more.

Tune-in as we are joined by former Patriots linebacker, and current Patriots defensive coach Jerod Mayo. Mayo discusses the origin behind "Jerod Belichick", the unusual role Mayo handled during his rookie season, As a 7-time captain, his thoughts on leadership. Plus, His frustrations behind the loss in Super Bowl 46.

We visit with Patriots Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Bledsoe. Among the highlights: Is Bledsoe a football player , who is now in the wine business, or a wine business man, who used to play professional football? His answer might surprise you. Which event helped bring closure to his NFL career? Plus, His thoughts on his unique place in Patriots history and more.

Patriots and Texans announce game statuses, plus Tom Brady meets the media before Sunday's game.

In this edition of the Pats from the Past podcast we are joined by newly inducted Patriots Hall of Famer, Richard Seymour. Richard Seymour reflects on the events of his induction day, memories of teammates and more.

In this episode of Pats from the Past, we talk with former Patriots linebacker Rosevelt Colvin. Among the highlights are Colvin's preferred choice when free agency opened in 2003, how he was "recruited" to play in New England and the life-changing moment that happened to him here in New England.

We sit down with former Patriots wide receiver David Patten at his home in Columbia, South Carolina. We discuss his-unique training to get him to the National Football league, exactly when he knew the 2001 team was special, the origin behind his nickname "The Chief", the story behind the only offensive TD in Super Bowl 36 and more.

In this episode of Pats from the Past, John Hannah joins us to discuss his Hall of Fame career. We discuss the complicated end to his career, including a rocky transition to real life, owner envy, from his days to present day, and his legacy in Patriots and NFL history.

Deion Branch is our guest on this episode of the 'Pats from the Past' podcast. Deion discusses the importance of a coach who he credits for his early success. Plus, which team does Deion think was better, the 2003 Super Bowl champions or the 2004 team? And lastly hear the unique way Deion found out he was Super Bowl 39 MVP.

We talk with former Patriots offensive coordinator and four-time Super Bowl champion, Charlie Weis. Highlights include a surprising comment on the 1996 AFC Champion Patriots team, the moment he thought that Tom Brady might be different, his favorite coaching memory that occurred during Super Bowl 36 in 2001 and much more.

In this episode of Pats from the Past, we are joined by former Patriots wide receiver and current running backs/kick returners coach, Troy Brown. Brown discusses the rocky beginning to his Patriots Hall of Fame career, the interesting way he learned he'd be playing defense, the fascinating way that Troy Brown would define his New England Patriots legacy and more.

Pro Football and Patriots Hall of Fame cornerback Ty Law is our guest on this episode of the Pats from the Past podcast. Ty discusses what the wait is like during the Hall of Fame induction process, his Fab 5 for the Class of 2021 Hall of Fame induction, a surprise selection for the toughest receiver he faced and more.

Former Patriots defensive end Jarvis Green is our guest on this episode of Pats from the Past. Jarvis discusses the differences and similarities after playing for both Coach Nick Saban and Bill Belichick, what sacking Peyton Manning twice in the 2003 AFC Championship game meant to him, life as an entrepreneur after football and more.

Former Patriots assistant coach Dante Scarnecchia is our guest on this week's episode. Find out what Dante is doing to keep busy during his retirement. A surprising revelation on one of the greatest moments in his coaching career. Plus, How the Patriots offensive staff would prepare for the opponents 'Game Wreckers' on defense and more.

Multiple Emmy award winner, and VP/Senior Coordinating Producer at NFL Films, Ken Rodgers is our guest. Rodgers produced and directed the inaugural 2011 'A Football Life' film that had Coach Bill Belichick wired for every game of the 2009 season. In addition, he directed the documentary 'Two Bills' featuring Coaches Bill Belichick and Bill Parcells. Rodgers tells the amazing and serendipitous story of his start at NFL Films. He shares his thoughts of having a front row seat to document the greatest dynasty in NFL history. He also discusses perception and reality when it comes to Coach Belichick.

On this week's episode of Pats from the Past, we talk with former Patriots G/C Damien Woody. Woody discusses playing for Pete Carroll and his success after New England. Did he think he would survive after Coach Belichick's first squad meeting? Plus, Getting "the yips" on shotgun snaps.

We speak with best selling author Jeff Benedict, author of "The Dynasty, " the definitive narrative about the two decades run of the New England Patriots. Benedict discusses his inspiration for writing the book, his favorite person he interviewed for the book. Plus, Jeff makes the comparison of the Patriots to the Beatles.

In this edition of the Pats from the Past podcast, 2020 Patriots Hall of Famer Richard Seymour joins us to reflect on his career with New England as a member of 3 championship teams, the story behind 'Richard and David's' (Patton) excellent bye week adventure, the politics behind the Pro Football Hall of Fame debate, his later years playing for the Raiders and his memories of Al Davis.