"Kuhr, 37, was unexpectedly moved into the interim role of defensive coordinator in 2025 after Terrell Williams (who was hired to be New England's DC when Mike Vrabel was brought in as head coach) had to step away as he battled prostate cancer. Under Kuhr, the Patriots' defense became one of the league's best, yielding the fourth fewest points in the league."
"Near the end of the season, Williams returned in a limited capacity after he was declared cancer free. After the Super Bowl, Vrabel made it clear that he would rework staff titles in order to keep both Kuhr and Williams around. The latter is reportedly set to move to a " high-ranking role " on the coaching staff, leaving defensive coordinator vacant."
Zak Kuhr served as the New England Patriots' interim defensive coordinator during the 2025 season while Terrell Williams stepped away to battle prostate cancer. Kuhr, 37, led a defense that yielded the fourth fewest points in the league and became a crucial pillar in the team's run to the Super Bowl. Williams returned late in a limited capacity and was later declared cancer free. Head coach Mike Vrabel reworked staff titles to retain both coaches, with Williams moving to a high‑ranking staff role and Kuhr officially stepping into the defensive coordinator position for 2026. Vinny DePalma will become inside linebackers coach.
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