New England Patriots are blessed to have a brilliant guide like Bill Belichick. Belichick has been a coach with an imperative impact on the team. For years, he has been the brains behind the wonder of guiding Tom Brady and the Patriots to their multiple Super Bowl wins. In more recent times, Belichick’s abilities have been doubted. However, his dedication to finding the best talent for the Patriots hasn’t wavered. Even now, Belichick is involved in ensuring that a great quarterback is developed for the Patriots to rise to the standards of their old glory days. Furthermore, his commitment to the Patriots remains unwavering. He showcased this in a press conference.
In his first press conference of this offseason, Belichick spoke about the pressing issues of the Patriots. He acknowledged the choices of picking the eight quarterbacks and if players like Mac Jones stood a chance. In his usual cryptic manner, his answers will definitely leave the fans wanting more.
The mystery of Bill Belichick picking a QB
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In the much-awaited press conference, Belichick spoke about various things like the new players who are coming in after interesting trades that were made. In particular, he was asked about the quarterback scenario of the Patriots. This was a loaded question for Belichick, considering the kind of quarterback who has previously played for him. The reporters questioned if there will be a competition to decide who will be the QB1. Belichick made it clear that every player will get a chance to play. Furthermore, he was also asked about Mac Jones and if his job will be competed by anyone. As per Mass Live, the cryptic coach answered, “Everybody will get a chance to play. We’ll play the best players.”
Furthermore, it would make sense that Belichick would ensure some competition for the position of QB. The coach is undoubtedly under a lot of pressure to replace someone as legendary as Tom Brady. After all, the coach and the NFL legend ruled the league with their success on the field. Their record became something of a lesson to the rest of the league.
The shoes the new Patriots QB will have to fill
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The coach and the quarterback had an amazing partnership. Both Belichick and Tom Brady started their career with the Patriots in the same year. Brady came on as a rookie as Belichick became the new head coach of the Patriots. Furthermore, together they absolutely dominated the league. They both have a brilliant regular season as well as a postseason record.
During their regular seasons, the two have a record of 219 wins. Furthermore, they also have a record of a whopping 63 wins in the postseason. On top of this, the QB and the coach have gone on to win 6 Super Bowls together. With such a stellar record, the new quarterback will definitely have some big shoes to fill.
It has been a while since Brady left the Patriots, and the fans as well as the organization are going to hold other QBs to the same standard. It only remains to be seen if Belichick can develop another QB like Brady.
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