Patriots plan to interview Lions’ Tanner Engstrand for offensive coordinator, per report

Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Detroit promoted Tanner Engstrand to passing game coordinator in 2023. Another name can be added to head coach Jerod Mayo’s rolodex of offensive coordinator candidates. The New England Patriots plan to interview Detroit Lions passing game coordinator Tanner Engstrand for the opening, as first reported Friday by …

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Bill Belichick to the Falcons “Losing Momentum”

Following his departure from the New England Patriots, there seemed to be little doubt that given the amount of openings that were continuing to become available around the league, Bill Belichick would be on someone’s sideline in 2024.  The only question would just be where he’d end up. The post Bill Belichick to the Falcons …

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What Bill O’Brien’s departure means for the Patriots

Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images The Patriots’ offensive coordinator will reportedly leave the team for a position at Ohio State. The New England Patriots and Bill O’Brien will go their separate ways in 2024. As was reported on Thursday night, the team’s offensive coordinator will leave to take the same job at Ohio State. Who …

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Why Jerod Mayo makes perfect sense as Bill Belichick’s successor

Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images Mayo was reportedly hired as the Patriots’ next head coach on Friday. When asked on Thursday what he was looking for in the New England Patriots’ next head coach, owner Robert Kraft had one thought in mind. “We’re looking for someone who can help us get back to the playoffs …

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TRANSCRIPT: Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft’s Press Conference “Mutually Agreed to Part Ways Amicably”

What did Bill Belichick say during his final press conference with the Patriots? Here’s the full transcript. The post TRANSCRIPT: Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft’s Press Conference “Mutually Agreed to Part Ways Amicably” appeared first on PatsFans.com.

Bill Belichick ‘transcended the sport,’ says Jets head coach Robert Saleh

Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports Despite posting a losing record in each of his three seasons at the job, and going just 17-33 overall, New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh knows he will be back with the team in 2024. The same cannot be said for his New England Patriots counterpart, Bill Belichick. Belichick’s future …

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Bill Belichick expects to be good to go against Jets despite illness

Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick called an audible on Friday morning when his typical press conference was moved to a virtual media call. The reason behind the change? The future Hall of Famer is dealing with an illness. Despite clearly being under the weather, however, he said that he …

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Patriots will not activate OT Tyrone Wheatley Jr. from injured reserve, says Bill Belichick

Photo by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The trade acquisition will end his season with two in-game appearances. The New England Patriots have until later today to decide whether or not to activate Tyrone Wheatley Jr. from their injured reserve list. However, it appears the 21-day window will be shut without the offensive …

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Bill Belichick staying true to form ahead of potential final game as Patriots head coach

Photo by Rich Barnes/Getty Images There is speculation about Belichick’s future with his team at 4-12. With the New England Patriots at 4-12 and in the midst of their worst season in three decades, there is a chance the upcoming regular season finale versus the New York Jets is Bill Belichick’s last as head coach. …

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Bill O’Brien identifies what has gone wrong for the Patriots offense this season

Photo by Barry Chin/The Boston Globe via Getty Images The Patriots offense has been one of the worst in football so far this season. With only one week left in the 2023 regular season, the New England Patriots already know they will finish as one of the worst scoring teams in the NFL. Averaging just …

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TRANSCRIPT: Bill Belichick’s Interview on WEEI 1/2/24

Here’s a transcript of this morning’s interview with Bill Belichick on The Greg Hill Show: The post TRANSCRIPT: Bill Belichick’s Interview on WEEI 1/2/24 appeared first on PatsFans.com.

Why Rodney Harrison deserves to be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, explained by Bill Belichick

Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images Harrison is a Hall of Fame finalist for the first time since becoming eligible. If Bill Belichick had his wish, Rodney Harrison will be announced as a member of the 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame class in early February. The former NFL safety, who spent …

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Bill Belichick makes Matthew Slater’s case for the Pro Football Hall of Fame

Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images Slater has been selected to 10 Pro Bowls. The Pro Football Hall of Fame is home to just three pure kicking specialists. No other primary special teams players have been inducted. If it was up to New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, that will shortly change with Matthew Slater. …

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How Bill Belichick was shaped by his 1978 season as a Broncos assistant coach

Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images The Patriots’ head coach went into great detail about his time in Denver during his Friday press conference. To a degree, Bill Belichick being portrayed as a stoic, no-nonsense coach whose manufacturer setting is “slightly annoyed at all times” and who offers little insight when talking to the media, is …

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‘Warrior’ David Andrews draws effusive praise from Patriots coach Bill Belichick

Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images The long-time team captain is one of the Patriots’ best players. Instability has been the theme of the 2023 season for the New England Patriots’ offensive line. Whether due to injury or performance, the unit has seen constant turnover across the board — with one exception: David Andrews. The Patriots’ …

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Bill Belichick addresses ball inflation issue in Patriots-Chiefs, says ‘it was the same for both teams’

Photo by Danielle Parhizkaran/The Boston Globe via Getty Images New England’s head coach said that balls were underinflated by more than two pounds per square inch. Following the New England Patriots’ loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 15, a report came out of Foxborough that an apparent officiating mishap had left some footballs …

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Bill Belichick gives insight into his fourth-down decision-making against Chiefs

Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images New England passed up some opportunities late in the game. The third quarter of their Week 15 game against the Kansas City Chiefs was a rough one for the New England Patriots. Entering it down 14-10, they were outscored 13-0 and lost their left tackle — the second starting O-lineman …

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Chiefs speak highly of Bill Belichick, Patriots team that is ‘so close’ after Week 15 showdown

David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports The Patriots were beaten 27-17 by the Chiefs on Sunday. The immediate aftermath of his team’s 27-17 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs saw New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick work his way through the assembled crowd of players and coaches on the field. Belichick was seeking out a …

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What makes Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce a special player, explained by Bill Belichick

Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images Arguably the best tight end in football, Kelce is a big part of the Chiefs’ offense. Travis Kelce is in high demand these days both on and off the field. The New England Patriots will get a close look at the experience this Sunday when he and the Kansas City …

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Rumor: Loss in Germany sealed Bill Belichick’s fate as Patriots head coach

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images The future of head coach Bill Belichick is arguably the hottest topic of discussion surrounding the New England Patriots at the moment. And while it remains to be seen what will happen after the season, a decision has been made — at least according to NBC Sports’ Tom E. Curran. …

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Bill O’Brien rips into Mac Jones after failed third down

It is no coincidence that Bill O’Brien’s nickname is “teapot” and he showed why in the third quarter of the New England Patriots’ game against the Indianapolis Colts. After the Patriots drove down to the opponent’s 17-yard line following a Myles Bryant interception, Mac Jones narrowly avoided pressure on a 3rd-and-3 but attempted to nonchalantly …

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7 winners and 3 losers from the Patriots’ win over the Bills

Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports Here is who caught our eye, for better or worse, in the Patriots’ Week 7 win. The New England Patriots got back into the win column after defeating the Buffalo Bills 29-25 on Sunday. Here is who caught our eye for better or worse upon live viewing. Winner: QB Mac Jones. …

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The Media Attack On Bill Belichick And Mac Jones

In this episode, Russ shares why he feels there is an obsession by the media to bring down Bill Belichick and Mac Jones. The post Patriots Fourth And Two Podcast: Russ’s Rant – The Media Attack On Bill Belichick & Mac Jones appeared first on PatsFans.com.

Josh McDaniels Expects Bill O’Brien Will Do A “Great Job” Back In New England

Josh McDaniels speaking glowingly about the Patriots’ hiring of Bill O’Brien, predicts he’ll do a great job in the role of offensive coordinator. The post Josh McDaniels Expects Bill O’Brien Will Do A “Great Job” Back In New England appeared first on PatsFans.com.