How much longer will BB coach?

[sb1]

Depends. He needs to prove He can win a division title without Brady

he’s never done that

BB’s job is safe.

 

[fnordcircle]

Belichick has always seemed to care about history - both NFL and otherwise, so it's safe to assume his place in history matters to him.

So yeah one or both of the prevailing thoughts - the Shula chase and succeeding without Tom - very likely matter to him to one degree or another.

But I also suspect having a new young first round QB, among other young players, can keep the competitive fires stoked, provided we win enough.

I don't think Belichick wants to do 8 more seasons at 6-7 wins a year. If we're ****ting the bed next year I could see him stepping down into a role supporting Josh or Steve or whoever will be the next guy. Just please not Matty P.

 

[n6249c]

Belichick has always seemed to care about history - both NFL and otherwise, so it's safe to assume his place in history matters to him.

So yeah one or both of the prevailing thoughts - the Shula chase and succeeding without Tom - very likely matter to him to one degree or another.

But I also suspect having a new young first round QB, among other young players, can keep the competitive fires stoked, provided we win enough.

I don't think Belichick wants to do 8 more seasons at 6-7 wins a year. If we're ****ting the bed next year I could see him stepping down into a role supporting Josh or Steve or whoever will be the next guy. Just please not Matty P.

Agree. Plus he has stated a preference for players he likes to coach. If Mac is one of those, and there seems every reason to expect that he is and no reason to expect otherwise, Bill is likely to find that tutoring him is rejuvenating. Also he has assembled a team with a good mix of veterans and young players, with a number of veterans that he coached previously. So there is likely some good positive energy there for him as well.

basically I think he’ll stick around as long as he’s healthy and coaching is fun. Looks like that could easily be long enough to pass Shula, and notch more than one additional Lombardi. I’m certainly hoping so!

 

[reflexblue]

At Least until next year

 

[borg]

Bill will coach until the big referee in the sky blows the final whistle, and even then no one will know Bill has passed

 

[203Pat]

Belichick has always seemed to care about history - both NFL and otherwise, so it's safe to assume his place in history matters to him.

So yeah one or both of the prevailing thoughts - the Shula chase and succeeding without Tom - very likely matter to him to one degree or another.

But I also suspect having a new young first round QB, among other young players, can keep the competitive fires stoked, provided we win enough.

I don't think Belichick wants to do 8 more seasons at 6-7 wins a year. If we're ****ting the bed next year I could see him stepping down into a role supporting Josh or Steve or whoever will be the next guy. Just please not Matty P.

I think that choice would be taken out of Bill's hands inside of 8 more seasons.

 

[Sicilian]

Bill will coach until the big referee in the sky blows the final whistle, and even then no one will know Bill has passed

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He'll be the first coach to win a Super Bowl posthumously, as McDaniels and Mayo prop him up Weekend at Bernie's style in press conferences while Steve throws his voice like a ventriloquist.

 

[Steve102]

He'll be the first coach to win a Super Bowl posthumously, as McDaniels and Mayo prop him up Weekend at Bernie's style in press conferences while Steve throws his voice like a ventriloquist.

 

[Ivan]

I stated a fact

And stripped it of all context, which is why it is a stupid post, he’s the most successful Coach/GM in NFL history, and Brady has only been gone for one season. You hate Belichick, we get it, and more and more it looks like you are just another ignorant troll.

By the way “ he’s the most successful Coach/GM in NFL history” is also A FACT.

 

[Hawaiianpatsfan2]

Bill will retire when he feels that Brian is ready to replace him. Jonathan and Brian will go on to recreate legacy’s similar to their fathers. Mac Jones eventually wins 9 Super Bowls.

 

[DropKickFlutie]

Belichick has always seemed to care about history - both NFL and otherwise, so it's safe to assume his place in history matters to him.

So yeah one or both of the prevailing thoughts - the Shula chase and succeeding without Tom - very likely matter to him to one degree or another.

But I also suspect having a new young first round QB, among other young players, can keep the competitive fires stoked, provided we win enough.

I don't think Belichick wants to do 8 more seasons at 6-7 wins a year. If we're ****ting the bed next year I could see him stepping down into a role supporting Josh or Steve or whoever will be the next guy. Just please not Matty P.

I'd much prefer Patricia compared to the.... other option.

 

[MahomestoKelce]

I think that choice would be taken out of Bill's hands inside of 8 more seasons.

Bingo

 

[fnordcircle]

I'd much prefer Patricia compared to the.... other option.

 

[NG Pats Fan]

And stripped it of all context, which is why it is a stupid post, he’s the most successful Coach/GM in NFL history, and Brady has only been gone for one season. You hate Belichick, we get it, and more and more it looks like you are just another ignorant troll.

By the way “ he’s the most successful Coach/GM in NFL history” is also A FACT.

I don't hate BB, I have called him the greatest coach of all time many many times over the years. His in game coaching adjustments are second to none. However, he doesn't walk on water the way others here on this forum worship him. He's made some bonehead decisions in the drafts 2014-2020, and he still hasn't proven he can win a division title without Tom Brady. Do I think he can? Yes, although the Bills are loaded.

 

[NG Pats Fan]

And stripped it of all context, which is why it is a stupid post, he’s the most successful Coach/GM in NFL history, and Brady has only been gone for one season. You hate Belichick, we get it, and more and more it looks like you are just another ignorant troll.

By the way “ he’s the most successful Coach/GM in NFL history” is also A FACT.

I agree on Coach, but I don't agree on GM when you take the draft into consideration. He's made some excellent FA and trades over the years which makes him a very good GM.

 

[DropKickFlutie]

.... Why does Josh McDaniels suck so bad?

Good question. I don't want the Patriots to become the laughingstock of the league. Would feel way better if Brian Daboll were still here or even Bill O'Brien. Current OC is the worst talent evaluator in the league and rode Brady's coattails for 15 years except for the 3 embarrassingly bad seasons when he didn't have Brady.

 

[DropKickFlutie]

I don't hate BB, I have called him the greatest coach of all time many many times over the years. His in game coaching adjustments are second to none. However, he doesn't walk on water the way others here on this forum worship him. He's made some bonehead decisions in the drafts 2014-2020, and he still hasn't proven he can win a division title without Tom Brady. Do I think he can? Yes, although the Bills are loaded.

In a massive coincidence the drafts with Belichick were awesome from 2001-2004 and 2009-2012. Sucked from 2005-2008 and 2013-2019. In another massive coincidence it correlates exactly with the presence of multiple John Carroll morons within the organization.

The day Belichick leaves is the day the franchise nose dives again. Greatest coach in the history of the NFL and on a 53-man roster, aside from a great QB having a great coach is vitally important.

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[State]

This. I don't think the Shula thing means as much to him as some people think. His legacy is setting this team up for another long run, both in key personnel (QB), coaching and front office.

This.

 

[Biffins]

He’ll stay till he gets Shula’s record I think. Bill can taste it now. It’s not that far off.

 

[sb1]

He’ll stay till he gets Shula’s record I think. Bill can taste it now. It’s not that far off.

38 regular season wins to go to tie Shula in that category. At 10 wins a season that means the 2025 season... I don't know if BB plans to stick around that long. If the Pats can become a team that can have a big season or two in the next couple of years like 14-3 or something that would make it a lot easier.

26 to catch Shula for the overall wins (including playoffs) lead. That one is more doable I think.