Missing the Point - A Sports Podcast

Missing the Point - A Sports Podcast

Welcome to Missing the Point - A Sports Podcast, where we talk about the game and give a powerful voice to the fans who often go unheard. Nestled in the heart of Boston, our podcast is the pulse of New England sports, catering to the passionate followers of the Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics, Boston Bruins, and New England Patriots. Picture this: 5 dynamic voices, one hour of riveting sports content, and a commitment to bringing you the biggest stories in the world of sports with that unmistakable New England flavor. Meet Dave Clarke, Michael Marcangelo, Bob Kelly, Rayshawn Buchanan, and Producer Craig D’Alessandro. This powerhouse team goes beyond the scores to deliver insightful analysis, fearless criticism, genuine praise, and an abundance of humor. At Missing the Point, we're not just about the regular weekly shows. We're your go-to destination for specialized episodes, engaging game shows, nostalgic trips back in time to relive New England’s dominance since 2000, and so much more! Every week, we drop new episodes that promise to keep you hooked and entertained. Subscribe now because if you're not tuning in, you're undoubtedly Missing the Point! What sets us apart? We don't just report on sports; we bring you face-to-face with the biggest names in sports media through exclusive interviews. Stay in the loop, stay ahead of the game - that's our motto. But here's the real deal: We are uncensored, unapologetic, and on a mission to take over the sports podcasting scene. This is more than a podcast; it's a movement, a community where your voice matters as much as the final score. Join us to be a part of the revolution because at Missing the Point, we're not just talking sports but defining a new era in sports commentary. Get ready to laugh, think, and shout at your screen because we're here and here to stay. Don't miss out—subscribe today!

Episodes

October 8, 2025 81 mins

NFL Week 6 Power Rankings are here. Dave Clarke, Bobby Kelly, and Mike Marcangelo bring a full breakdown of the biggest NFL stories from Week 5 and a deep look at where every team stands heading into Week 6.

They open with league headlines: Joe Flacco’s trade to the Bengals, Baker Mayfield’s rising MVP odds, and growing questions about the Chiefs and Chargers. The guys dissect how Cincinnati plans t...

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The Boston Red Sox are out of the playoffs after another painful October exit, and the New England Patriots just flipped the AFC conversation with a dramatic 23-20 Monday Night Football win in Buffalo. Rayshawn and Mike go all in on both stories, giving you the most detailed breakdown of where Boston sports stand and what comes next.

We open with the Red Sox collapse against the New York Yankees, dissecting eve...

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It’s Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season and Missing the Point is back with the most comprehensive, unfiltered Power Rankings and NFL analysis anywhere. Hosts Dave Clarke, Bob Kelly, and Rayshawn Buchanan bring you the latest on injuries, coaching changes, fantasy football impact, and who’s rising or falling in the league.

🏈 NFL Week 5 Power Rankings Breakdown:
– Eagles dominate again and h...

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Boston sports are heating up again and Missing the Point is here with the most in-depth, unfiltered breakdown anywhere. Hosts Mike Marcangelo and Rayshawn Buchanan cover every angle of the week’s biggest stories across MLB, NFL, and the NBA.

⚾ Boston Red Sox Playoff Surge
The Red Sox are back in October baseball after years of mediocrity, thanks to a dramatic 4-3 walk-off win over Detroit. Mike an...

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Missing the Point returns with your official NFL Week 4 Power Rankings episode, hosted by Dave Clarke, Bob Kelly, and Rayshawn Buchanan. 

The hosts debate the top 10 teams heading into Week 4 of the 2025 NFL season, including where teams like the Eagles, Bills, Chargers, and Commanders stand in the national conversation. This episode dives deep into both offensive and defensive trends, quarterback developm...

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On this episode of Missing the Point, hosts Michael Marcangelo and Rayshawn Buchanan deliver an unfiltered deep dive into the New England Patriots' Week 3 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The guys rip into the Patriots’ offensive struggles, focusing on questionable coaching decisions, misuse of key players like Rhamondre Stevenson and Stefon Diggs, and the lack of identity in the red zone. They react to a...

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In this loaded episode of Missing the Point, hosts Michael Marcangelo and Bob Kelly reveal their Top 10 NFL Power Rankings heading into Week 3 of the 2025 NFL season — and there's no shortage of drama.

The Philadelphia Eagles remain undefeated and continue to dominate the top spot, but it’s the surprises underneath that will spark debate. From Daniel Jones leading the 2-0 Colts, to Joe Burrow’...

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The 2025 NFL season is off and running—and the first week delivered shockers, statement wins, and early warning signs. On this episode of Missing the Point, Dave Clarke and Rayshawn Buchanan reveal our first official NFL Power Rankings of the year, breaking...

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In this week’s episode of Missing the Point, Mike Marcangelo and Rayshawn Buchanan break down a tough Patriots loss to the Raiders and dive deep into what it means moving forward. The guys take a hard look at Drake Maye’s performance, where he showed flashes of potential but also struggled under questionable play calling and poor situational decisions. They debate whether Josh McDaniels’ offen...

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The New England Patriots are starting fresh in 2025, with Mike Vrabel taking over as head coach and Drake Maye stepping into his second year as the franchise quarterback. In this annual Missing the Point Patriots Season Preview, host Mike Marcangelo is joined by MassLive’s own

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The 2025 NFL season is almost here, and Missing the Point is back with one of our most anticipated episodes of the year: our full-season NFL prediction special. Hosts Mike Marcangelo, Dave Clarke, Robert Kelly, and Rayshawn Buchanan take you division by division, team by team, and award by award—breaking down exactly how we see the 202...

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The top 10 is here. In the explosive conclusion to our three-part NFL Offseason Power Rankings series, Missing the Pointhosts Dave Clarke, Bob Kelly, and Mike Marcangelo take you deep into the biggest storylines, controversies, and expectations heading into the 2025 NFL season.

From the surging New England...

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The gloves are off in Part 2 of our NFL offseason power rankings.
Dave Clarke, Bob Kelly, and Rayshawn Buchanan pick up right where we left off last week after torching the league’s bottom 12. Now we’re getting into that middle-to-upper tier — teams that could swing either way in 2025. Contenders in the making, pretenders in...

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The NFL preseason is here. Missing the Point hosts Dave Clarke and Bob Kelly open Part 1 of our 2025 NFL Power Rankings and stack the league with clear tiers and firm takes.

We start at the bottom with the Cleveland Browns. A crowded quarterback room, Myles Garrett trade chatter, and a roster in flux shape the outlook. We explain what a succe...

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Mike Marcangelo and Rayshawn Buchanan return on Kayfabe Critics with a heavyweight episode that opens with a clear-eyed, layered discussion of Hulk Hogan’s passing and legacy, then pivots into a full preview of WWE SummerSlam 2025, the first ever two-night Premium Live Event from MetLife Stadium, with predictions, booking analysis, celebrity involvement breakdowns, and cross-era context.

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As the MLB season heats up and NFL training camps kick off, Missing the Point hosts Mike Marcangelo and Rayshawn Buchanan take you around the horn with a full rundown on all four major Boston sports teams.

They open with the Boston Red Sox, exploring their biggest challenges heading into the MLB Trade Deadline. Should the Sox buy, sell, or stand pat? With persistent road st...

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If you could heal one injury in sports history, which would you choose—and how much would it change everything? In this episode of Missing the Point, hosts Dave Clarke, Mike Marcangelo, and Bob Kelly dive headfirst into the biggest "what if" scenarios in professional sports: what happens when you undo the most devastating injuries of all time?

From the NBA to the NFL, MLB to WWE, this is the ultima...

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The NBA offseason just got a whole lot crazier. In this week’s episode of Missing the Point, Dave Clarke, Mike Marcangelo, and Bob Kelly react to a whirlwind week in the NBA, starting with the Oklahoma City Thunder winning their first-ever NBA Championship; a massive statement from a young, homegrown team that might be built to dominate for years.

Meanwhile in Boston, the Celtics have begun a ...

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The Boston Red Sox just traded away Rafael Devers, and the city is in shock. In this episode of Missing the Point, hosts Rayshawn Buchanan and Michael Marcangelo dive into one of the most controversial moves in recent MLB history: sending Devers to the San Francisco Giants. They break down why this deal feels like a salary dump, what it says about the Red Sox front of...

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The 2025 NBA Finals have officially gone off-script — and the Indiana Pacers are the story of the postseason. In this episode of Missing the Point, Dave Clarke and Bob Kelly dive into how Indiana now holds a 2-1 series lead over the heavily favored Oklahoma City Thunder.

We break down Tyrese Haliburton’s incredible rise as the unlikely face of the NBA Finals, his clutch game-winners, and whether he...

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