The New England Patriots opened the 2025 NFL season with a frustrating 33-8 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders, and Missing the Point is here to break it all down. In this episode, hosts Rayshawn Buchanan and Michael Marcangelo react to the Week 1 defeat and take a hard look at the Patriots' coaching, roster depth, and future outlook.
We dive into:
Why Mike Vrabel’s team got outcoached, out-toughed, and outplayed
Drake Maye’s uneven debut and what his performance means going forward
How former Patriots like Jakobi Meyers dominated the secondary
The impact of Christian Gonzalez’s absence and Carlton Davis’s struggles
The Patriots’ lack of identity and continued inability to win close games
The long-term concern: Is Gonzo becoming a "what if"?
Whether the defense can hold up against the Dolphins’ speed and talent
A full preview of the Patriots’ must-win Week 2 matchup in Miami
We also discuss the legacy of the Dolphins’ inconsistency, Tua Tagovailoa’s limitations, and Tyreek Hill’s shocking drop-off in explosive plays. Plus: Could Jabrill Peppers have helped this team? Should Alex Austin replace Carlton Davis? And why does Miami feel like a guaranteed trap every year?
🏈 Whether you're a Patriots fan, a Dolphins hater, or just love a good football meltdown breakdown — this episode is for you.
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