Welcome to Missing the Point, the premier sports podcast that leaves no stone unturned. In this episode, we're thrilled to have Karen Guregian, the illustrious sports writer for MassLive.com, join us. Karen brings unparalleled insights with a remarkable 38-year career, primarily at the Boston Herald before she transitioned to MassLive. Follow her on Twitter @kguregian (https://twitter.com/kguregian?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor) and explore her latest works here (https://www.masslive.com/staff/karen-guregian/posts.html) .
Today, we're delving into the highly anticipated 2023 New England Patriots season. Karen joins us as we explore what lies ahead for the Pats this year.
Our discussion begins with an in-depth look at Mac Jones as he embarks on his third season as the Patriots quarterback. Following a tumultuous 2022 NFL season where the Patriots experimented with Matt Patricia and Joe Judge in roles they weren't prepared for, we delve into whether Bill O'Brien's return to lead the offense will help Mac Jones recapture his rookie-year brilliance and the excellence he displayed during his time at Alabama.
The Patriots have bolstered their offense with significant additions, including Ezekiel Elliott, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Demario "Pop" Douglas, Kayshon Boutte, and Mike Gesicki. However, the fate of it all depends on the offensive line's ability to protect Mac Jones. The offensive line was their Achilles' heel last season and remains a question mark this year.
We navigate the treacherous waters of the Patriots' brutal schedule, analyzing how they'll fare in a loaded AFC East that now features Aaron Rodgers with the Jets and formidable Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins teams.
But our journey wouldn't be complete without addressing Jack Jones' legal troubles from the offseason. We discuss the recent news that he won't be prosecuted for attempting to bring guns onto a plane at Logan Airport. We also reflect on the importance of having Jack's lawyer, Rosemary Scapicchio, in your corner.
Join us for this exhilarating conversation as we prepare for the 2023 NFL season with a fresh perspective. And don't forget to follow Karen Guregian on Twitter @kguregian (https://twitter.com/kguregian?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor) for more incredible sports insights. Stay tuned for the latest New England Patriots 2023 season updates on Missing the Point.
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