NFL Rumors: Patriots’ Interest in Josh McDaniels Hints Toward a Potential Reunion With Bill Belichick

The most successful coaching duo: Bill Belichick and Josh McDaniels may be seen back in their element together on the field once again. The rumors of firing Bill Belichick have been brewing up after the Patriots gave the worst performance in 32 years, winning just four games. However, before a final decision is taken concerning the HC of the Patriots, new rumors have emerged of his old coaching team member joining back for a potential revival of the New England side.

McDaniels, who parted ways with the Raiders in October after two years of coaching stint, might find himself back in the Patriots camp. The team’s owner Robert Kraft and HC Belichick are in conversations to rope in McDaniels as the Patriots look to return from the precarious situation. The former OC has spent 19 years of his life with the Patriots alongside Bill Belichick. They have won six Super Bowls together and the amazing duo can do wonders for the Patriots, just like the good old days.

The Pats are in a conundrum concerning the coaching situation

As per reports surrounding the football community, Bill Belichick and the owner of the side, Robert Kraft, are all set to sit down for a discussion. Addressing the concerns of the team after a terrible 2023 season, the aim behind the conversation remains to talk about the improvement scenario going forward. However, interestingly, news has emerged of a potential discussion also surrounding the re-entry of McDaniels into the coaching staff of the Patriots.

Dov Kleiman shared the update by posting on X. He laid down the prospects as per reports, “Patriots may reunite Former Patriots OC Josh McDaniels with HC Bill Belichick.” Kleiman pointed out the condition, “If he (Belichick) stays on the team’s head coach,” remarking how the conversation made sense only if the head coach of the side is asked to continue and does not get fired as per the rumors.

The tweet further acknowledged the power this decision holds, mentioning, “What an interesting potential turn of events in New England.” He then laid down the question for the Pats fans, stating, “Would you rather move on from Belichick? Or give the duo a chance to turn things around.”

The pair of Bill Belichick and Josh McDaniels had taken the Patriots to unimaginable heights of success during them working together, setting a new standard in the NFL world. It was the era of legendary Tom Brady working with exceptional coaches, and the trio looked unstoppable more often than not. If the veteran coaches come together, a New England rise looks to be on the cards in the coming season.

Can the duo turn things around for the Patriots?

After finishing 31 in scoring points (13.9) per game, the Pats have recorded sub -.500 in back-to-back seasons. Bill Belichick has come in the line of fire for the same reasons. But the recent talks of hiring back the former OC McDaniels can give some respite to Belichick.

The duo joined hands at the turn of this century in 2001. McDaniels became the personal assistant of Belichick. After that, he was the defensive assistant coach for two years. Later on, he climbed the ladder of success fast and became QB coach for the next two years. During this time, the Pats won the Super Bowl three times

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Then he donned the role of OC coordinator/QB coach from 2006 to 2008. After a brief coaching stint with the Broncos for two years and one year with the Rams, McDaniels came back to the side and stayed with Belichick till 2021 winning three more Super Bowls together. Now the Raiders have let go of him and the Pats have shown interest. As they say, the third time is the charm.

With the crippling offense of the Patriots and two poor QB seasons with Mac Jones, they would need all the help McDaniels can offer. Can the duo come together and take the Pats to new heights? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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