New England Patriots 2024 Season Preview: Judon Trade, O-Line Woes & Rebuild Concerns

Missing the Point - A Sports Podcast

In this episode of "Missing the Point," hosts Michael Marcangelo and Rayshawn Buchanan dive deep into the New England Patriots' preseason performance and what it signals for the 2024 NFL season. They kick off with a critical evaluation of the Patriots' first two preseason games, analyzing how rookie quarterback Drake Maye has shown flashes of brilliance while debating whether he should sit out the year. The discussion turns to the unexpected rise of rookie wide receivers, who are outperforming previous draft picks from the last two decades. But not everything is rosy, as the duo dissects the ongoing struggles of the offensive line and the impact of the team's failure to address this issue over the past two years.

The conversation heats up as they discuss the controversial trade of star linebacker Matt Judon to the Atlanta Falcons for a third-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. The hosts explore the potential fallout from this move, especially given Judon's claims that the Patriots never discussed a new deal with him. They also express concern over Christian Gonzalez's tough preseason and whether this signals bigger issues for the defense.

As the episode unfolds, Michael and Ray debate the merits of supporting the Patriots through a full rebuild, comparing the team’s situation to other NFL franchises in their first year of rebuilding. They wrap up with bold win-loss predictions for the upcoming season, with Michael predicting a 4-13 finish and Ray an even more pessimistic 2-15. In a lighter moment, Ray humorously vows to jump into the Charles River if the Patriots manage to win 10 games—a bet he doesn't expect to lose.

Tune in for a comprehensive breakdown of what could be a pivotal season for the New England Patriots, and don’t miss the next episode, where the hosts will tackle NFC vs. AFC predictions.

00:00 - Introduction and Hosts: Meet Michael Marcangelo and Rayshon Buchanan as they dive into all things New England Patriots.

00:18 - Patriots Preseason Breakdown: In-depth analysis of the New England Patriots' preseason games, roster evaluations, and early predictions.

01:19 - Defensive Concerns for the Patriots: Breaking down the New England Patriots' defensive lineup, with a focus on Christian Gonzalez’s preseason performance.

08:50 - Matt Judon Trade to Falcons: Impact analysis of the Patriots trading Matt Judon to the Atlanta Falcons for a third-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

21:33 - Patriots' Offensive Line Woes: Analyzing the ongoing struggles of the Patriots' offensive line and the lack of significant improvements over the past two seasons.

28:44 - Rookie WRs Shine in Preseason: Highlighting the standout performances of the Patriots’ rookie wide receivers and their potential to outperform previous draft picks.

36:10 - Debating the Patriots' Rebuild: A heated debate on whether the Patriots’ rebuilding strategy will lead to success or continued struggles in the NFL.

37:04 - Draft Misses and What-Ifs: Discussion on the Patriots' draft strategy, including the decision not to re-sign Stephon Gilmore and its impact on the team.

39:07 - Patriots vs. Other NFL Rebuilds: Comparing the Patriots’ rebuild with other NFL teams, and evaluating how New England stacks up in the first year of this new era.

40:46 - Coaching and Draft Choices Impact: The influence of coaching decisions and draft picks on the Patriots' potential for success in the 2024 season.

48:22 - 2024 Season Predictions: Game-by-game predictions for the New England Patriots' 2024 NFL season, including bold win-loss forecasts.

01:01:02 - Final Thoughts and Bold Bets: Wrapping up with final season predictions, including Ray’s humorous Charles River bet if the Patriots win 10 games.

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