Patriots coaching staff, front office starting to take shape
The New England Patriots have filled out a significant portion of their coaching staff and front office positions after parting ways with Bill Belichick.
Jerod Mayo is the new head coach, Alex Van Pelt is the offensive coordinator, and T.C. McCartney is the quarterbacks coach. [ more ]
Report sheds light on Mac Jones's 'biggest downfall' and when Bill Belichick stopped speaking to him
The Patriots are not planning to exercise Mac Jones's fifth-year option, but they haven't ruled out keeping him on the roster under new coach Jerod Mayo.
Jones had a broken relationship with former Patriots coach Bill Belichick, to the point that communication had completely ceased by the end of the season. [ more ]
Damien Woody explained the scenario he thinks could lead to Bill Belichick's NFL return
Belichick has not been seriously pursued for head coaching vacancies since leaving the Patriots.
Former Patriots player Damien Woody believes Belichick's X's and O's knowledge makes him a capable Super Bowl contender.
Woody suggests that a team like the Dallas Cowboys could benefit from Belichick's expertise in areas like clock management and situational football. [ more ]
Takeaways: ESPN report details failed Bill Belichick job hunt, 'bad blood' with Robert Kraft
Belichick was confident about securing the Atlanta Falcons head coaching position, but the team eventually chose another candidate. The Patriots coach's impressive resume did not guarantee him the job. [ more ]
Bill Belichick: Patriots 'Weren't Heartbroken' Steelers Stole Broderick Jones From Jets
The Patriots traded up in the 2023 NFL Draft to acquire more draft capital and were confident they could still get Christian Gonzales, not to sabotage the Jets. [ more ]
Dolphins' Mike McDaniel praised Bill Belichick, joked about 'mourning' his departure from the Patriots
Mike McDaniel admires Bill Belichick and respects his coaching abilities, expressing how strange it feels to not have Belichick in the AFC East.
McDaniel humorously downplays his grief over Belichick leaving the AFC East, despite acknowledging Belichick's unparalleled defensive strategies. [ more ]
Berj Najarian set to join Boston College staff after 24 seasons with Patriots, per report
Berj Najarian moves from New England Patriots to Boston College as chief of staff under Bill O'Brien.
Najarian has been with the Patriots since 2000 in various roles, including overseeing day-to-day operations and serving as a point person for Bill Belichick. [ more ]
Brian Belichick reportedly set to remain with Patriots
Brian Belichick, son of former head coach Bill Belichick, will remain as the safeties coach for the New England Patriots.
Brian Belichick has been with the team since 2016 and has worked with safeties for the past four seasons.
Steve Belichick, Brian's brother, will not be returning to the Patriots and has been named the defensive coordinator for the University of Washington. [ more ]
Julian Edelman explained the message he thinks NFL teams sent by not hiring Bill Belichick
Bill Belichick, with six Super Bowl wins, remains without a job and Julian Edelman believes it shows that not everyone is about winning in the NFL.
Edelman acknowledges Belichick's tough personality but believes any team that hires him instantly gets better due to his knowledge and experience. [ more ]
Thomas Dimitroff's take on why the Falcons didn't hire Bill Belichick
Bill Belichick was in talks to become the head coach of the Atlanta Falcons but the team ultimately went in a different direction.
A former Atlanta executive suggests that there may have been internal pushback from an inner group within the organization who wanted to maintain control. [ more ]
Julian Edelman, Rob Gronkowski react to Bill Belichick's uncertain future
Teams have decided against hiring Bill Belichick as an NFL head coach for the 2024 season despite his impressive resume.
Former Patriots Julian Edelman and Rob Gronkowski believe that teams may regret not hiring Belichick due to his wealth of knowledge and experience. [ more ]
Sunday Patriots Notes: Bill Belichick's legacy is secure no matter his future
Bill Belichick's legacy as one of the greatest coaches in NFL history is secure, regardless of his future coaching plans.
Belichick built a dynasty with the Patriots, consistently building championship-contending teams in an era of free agency and salary cap constraints. [ more ]
Falcons reportedly pass on Bill Belichick as list of suitors dries up
Bill Belichick's potential job prospects in the NFL coaching market are uncertain
The Atlanta Falcons have reportedly passed on hiring Belichick and are considering Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris as their next head coach [ more ]
Rex Ryan floats AFC East landing spot for Bill Belichick
Former Bills coach Rex Ryan suggested that the Buffalo Bills should pursue Bill Belichick as their next head coach.
Both head coach Sean McDermott and general manager Brandon Beane are under contract through 2027, indicating that a coaching change is unlikely at this time. [ more ]
Readers share their favorite memories of Bill Belichick's career
Belichick's departure marks the end of his successful 24-year career with the Patriots, during which they won six Super Bowl games and numerous division titles.
Former Patriots linebacker Jerod Mayo has been hired as the new head coach.
Readers shared their best memories of Belichick's coaching career with the Patriots, praising his success and impact on the team. [ more ]