The New England Patriots fell to the Las Vegas Raiders in a frustrating Week 1 matchup, and we’re breaking it all down. In this episode, Rayshawn Buchanan and Michael Marcangelo analyze the disappointing start to the 2025 NFL season, spotlighting Drake Maye's uneven performance, poor play-calling, and defensive collapses.
Was Drake Maye actually to blame for the loss? What happened to the running game, and why was TreVeyon Henderson underutilized despite flashing explosiveness? The crew breaks down Josh McDaniels’ confusing game plan, the impact of Maxx Crosby, and the Patriots' baffling decision to drop Maye back 46 times in the rain.
We also dive into standout moments from Kayshon Boutte, Hunter Henry, and Harold Landry—while ripping into Carlton Davis for his brutal 3rd-and-21 lapse. Plus, we call out Mike Vrabel and the coaching staff for getting flat-out outcoached by a familiar face: Raiders DC Patrick Graham.
If you’re a Patriots fan trying to make sense of this Week 1 mess, this is the episode for you.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Drake Maye’s Performance: Stats vs. Leadership
03:30 - Missed Opportunities in the Run Game
07:50 - Trayvon Henderson’s Limited Usage
10:10 - Kayshon Boutte’s Breakout Role
12:15 - Coaching Blunders and 4th Down Decisions
16:40 - Raiders Offense Exploits Patriots Secondary
20:00 - Carlton Davis Criticism
24:30 - Defensive Standouts: Harold Landry and Milton Williams
27:00 - Patriots Coaching Outclassed by Patrick Graham
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