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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 information about New England Patriots official podcasts, visit Patriots.com/podcasts.
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe '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, Paul Perillo, who combined have nearly forty years of experience in the organization to expertly tap into the players and their unique insights.
Pats from the Past is hosted by New England Patriots. The show has published 53 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Pats from the Past with Lonnie Paxton" (17 October 2026, 45 minutes), "Pats from the Past with Adam Vinatieri" (6 August 2026, 25 minutes), and "Pats from the Past, Episode 54: Willie McGinest" (19 December 2025, 45 minutes).
Pats from the Past publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 41 minutes across 53 episodes.
Booking probability for Pats from the Past is 22%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Pats from the Past requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Pats from the Past's contact route on record: verified email.
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New England Patriots hosts Pats from the Past, a sports podcast with 53 episodes published.
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Episode #56
Former Patriots long snapper Lonnie Paxton joins us on the latest episode of Pats from the Past. Paxton discusses the 2001 Championship team, his route in becoming a long snapper,the difference in pressure between the...
Episode #55
The latest episode of Pats from the Pats features kicker Adam Vinatieri, on the eve of his Hall of Fame induction. Re-live the moment Adam found out he was elected, his thoughts on the Hall of Fame process, the...
On this episode of Pats From the Past, former Patriots linebacker Willie McGinest sits down to discuss his draft process, plus the highs and lows of the dynasty era. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode #53
Join us as former Patriots wide receiver Irving Fryar sits down to talk about being drafted 1st overall, sharing the field with Stanley Morgan, a Super Bowl appearance, his life after football and more on this...
Patriots and Pro Football Hall of Famer Bill Parcells is our guest on this edition of Pats from the Past. Hear how Parcells signed Adam Vinatieri, where he got his demanding personality from, who exactly are “Parcells”...
Episode #51
Former Patriots running back Craig James joins the Pats from the Past podcast to discuss his journey to professional football, playing alongside Andre Tippett, Julius Adams and Steve Grogan, plus being a member of the...
In this episode of Pats from the Past, Matt Smith and Paul Perillo are joined by former Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski. Gronk talks about his his welcome to the NFL moment, best Patriots team he played on and what...
Episode #49
Tune-in as Matt Smith and Paul Perillo talk with former Patriots running back Corey Dillon. Hear Dillon’s first reaction to being traded to NE, the moment he knew the team was special, what were some of the nicknames he...
Episode #47
In this edition of Pats from the Past, Matt Smith and Paul Perillo sit down with former Patriots quarterback Matt Cassel. Cassell gives us the inside scoop on what really transpired on the 2 point conversion against...
Episode #46
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...
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...
Episode #44
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...
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...
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...
Episode #41
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...
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...
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...
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...
Episode #38
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...
In this episode of Pats from the Past we sit down with three-time Super Bowl Champion James Develin. Among the highlights of the interview include: His unique journey to the NFL, that led him to his ultimate position of...
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