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Another Belichick is parting ways with the New England Patriots, with Steve Belichick reportedly set to take a position in the college ranks.

The Patriots finished off what could be their most significant addition to their coaching staff on Thursday, surprising everyone by hiring former NFL quarterback Alex Van Pelt as their offensive coordinator.

Coming off of the news the Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots were parting ways several weeks ago, it felt like the only question was where and not when Belichick would be back leading a team in 2024.

The New England Patriots have been in need of some new energy in the coaching ranks on special teams, and the recent signing of Los Angeles Rams coordinator Jeremy Springer certainly provides that.

Anyone watching the AFC Championship games this weekend was reminded of one key thing after watching the Baltimore Ravens go down on Sunday. Being able to handle pressure in big moments will be the biggest question facing Jerod Mayo in the coming years, as will whoever ultimately ends up under center here in New England.

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.

One bit of information that was interesting following New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo’s appearance on WEEI on Monday was the fact that despite the talk of being open to input from his players, one key fact still remained. Flexibility within the scheme may be something he’s open to.  But at the same time, the overall plan needs to be executed.

Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo said on WEEI on Monday that this would be another busy week as he settles into his new role, and it sounds like they’re still exploring their options as he builds out his coaching staff.

On Monday, New England Patriots Jerod Mayo provided a little glimpse into how the team currently views Mac Jones following some comments he made on WEEI, and it sounds like the future for the former number one pick remains in question heading into 2024.

The page was turned on Wednesday, with Jerod Mayo joining Patriots owner Robert Kraft in front of reporters in front of a packed house at Gillette Stadium.

When the situation surrounding New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick finally reaches a resolution, the team will then have to tackle its next biggest problem, regardless of who is ultimately leading the team in 2024.

Rumors on Monday were that former New England Patriots linebacker Mike Vrabel would be interested in coaching the Patriots should Bill Belichick get let go, which added another wrinkle to an already interesting situation inside of Gillette Stadium.

Belichick certainly looked tired as he met with reporters, with the embattled coach meeting with the media in the same shirt he wore a little over 12 hours earlier, having likely not slept or left the building.

Coming off of Sunday’s season-ending loss against the Jets, one thing was obvious on Monday for Patriots head coach Bill Belichick.

It’s business as usual, with Belichick seemingly already starting the process of moving on to 2024.

Some thoughts coming off of Sunday’s final 2023 New England Patriots regular season loss against the New York Jets.