Typically Fearsome Bill Belichick Nearly Jumped Out of His Seat With Excitement While Discussing This Peyton Manning Interception

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick is not a typical head coach in the NFL who shares his excitement on many football plays. The 6-time Super Bowl-winning head coach was eager to discuss something he describes as ‘one of the greatest NFL plays of all time’. The Patriots head coach is well known for holding his composure and being intimidating on the football field and when doing post-game media.

Recently, the NFL Network clip capturing his enthusiasm on Hall of Famer safety Ed Reed’s anticipation of a Peyton Manning throw was garnering attention. Belichick praises Reed for using Manning’s intelligence against him by misplaying coverage and setting up a trap.

It is not often that one of the greatest NFL head coaches shower praise on any player before their induction into the Hall of Fame.

While talking about the play, Belichick states, “It wasn’t the right combination, it was a Go route. He was going on the backside to Wayne on the go… I am certain he dreamed about this all night. He starts, and he opens up in the midfield. As soon as he takes two steps in the midfield, he turns and wheels. He turns his back on the QB and beats Wayne to the ball. The best play I have ever seen a free safety make.”

Bill Belichick couldn’t stop talking about the play with Tom Brady

Belichick again analyzed the same play with Brady in an NFL Films clip. He describes Reed as the best and most complete safety he has ever encountered. It seems Belichick would have been open to welcoming a player of his caliber, who appeared unstoppable throughout his career.

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Reed played in the league for 13 years and was among the fiercest players to play in the NFL. The 9-time Pro Bowler won his 1st Super Bowl title in 2012 with the Baltimore Ravens and etching his name as a champion.

The 5-time All-Pro player was inducted into the Pro Football Hall Of Fame in 2019. He was able to enjoy a career on the biggest stage of professional football.

While Belichick continues to remember the amazing play, he will switch his focus to his own team. A team with many potential players, Belichick will look to work with them. It will be part of his plan to bring back the glory days of the Patriots franchise.

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