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Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel was named the AP NFL Coach of the Year and offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels was named the AP NFL Assistant Coach of the Year at the NFL Honors ahead of Super Bowl LX; Vrabel oversaw a 14-3 season and a historic 9-0 road mark, while McDaniels steered a top offense around QB Drake Maye, who emerged as an MVP candidate.
Drake Maye shared an honest sideline moment with Patriots OC Josh McDaniels during the AFC Championship in brutal snow, muttering 'It's hard, good God' as McDaniels reassured him; the exchange showcased their growing partnership and Maye's standout season as New England heads toward Super Bowl LX against the Seahawks.
Tom Brady reacted to the Patriots' 10-7 win over the Broncos in the AFC Championship, praising Mike Vrabel, Drake Maye, and offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, and predicting a tantalizing Super Bowl matchup, while confirming he’ll attend the game in San Francisco as a spectator after his Fox duties.
Drake Maye and the Patriots' offense have shown improvement, utilizing zone blocking and boot plays to maximize Maye's athleticism, with plans to adapt their strategy against the Steelers' different scheme and injuries. The coaching staff emphasizes executing their existing plays effectively and tailoring their approach to exploit opponent weaknesses.
The Patriots are working to improve their offense ahead of their Week 2 game against the Dolphins, focusing on establishing the run, improving short accuracy, and adjusting their game plan based on last week's struggles, with key insights from QB Drake Maye and OC Josh McDaniels.
Patriots rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson impressed in his preseason debut, notably returning the opening kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown, and is considered the fastest running back ever coached by Josh McDaniels, highlighting his explosive speed and potential impact.
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye showed progress in his second season, with coach Josh McDaniels praising his ability to learn from mistakes and improve his processing and decision-making during practice, indicating a positive trajectory for his development.
The Patriots' offense is making significant progress during organized team activities, with new playbook elements being introduced and QB Drake Maye showing strong development. Coach Josh McDaniels praises the diverse coaching staff's experience and Maye's quick learning, highlighting the rookies' growth and the ongoing adjustments at key positions. Notable players like Stefon Diggs and Rhamondre Stevenson participated in practice, with Stevenson sharing personal updates.
Bill Belichick's potential absence as a head coach in 2024 could impact the New England Patriots in several ways, including the potential retention of his sons on the coaching staff, the impact on other players and coaches, changes in the offensive coordinator search, and the possibility of Josh McDaniels returning to the team. The Atlanta Falcons' decision to hire Raheem Morris instead of Belichick may have ripple effects across the league, including the potential for Mike Vrabel to return to the Patriots in some capacity.
The New England Patriots are in search of a new offensive coordinator following Bill O'Brien's departure, and there are several candidates with Patriots ties being considered for the role, including former Patriots OC and Raiders HC Josh McDaniels, Seahawks OC Shane Waldron, Rams QB coach Zac Robinson, Rams TEs coach Nick Caley, and Dolphins WRs coach Wes Welker. Other potential candidates without prior ties to the organization include Seahawks QB coach Greg Olson, Kentucky offensive coordinator Liam Coen, 49ers passing game coordinator Klint Kubiak, Eagles senior offensive assistant Marcus Brady, and Bengals QB coach Dan Pitcher.
Fans have questions about the Patriots' coaching staff and front office, including the potential return of Josh McDaniels, the need for an experienced offensive coordinator to support new defensive coordinator Jerod Mayo, and the potential for Jonathan Kraft to take on a more prominent role in running the team. Concerns are raised about the lack of a general manager and the impact of the team's 2018-19 Super Bowl run on Bill Belichick's coaching decisions. Additionally, there's speculation about potential quarterback and draft strategies, as well as the future of Belichick's sons on the coaching staff.
After the Patriots' season-ending loss, Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft had an initial discussion about the head coach's future, with at least one more meeting expected before a decision is made. Belichick expressed willingness to relinquish personnel control if it benefits the team, while former Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels could return if Belichick stays. The Patriots' poor offensive performance in recent seasons has raised questions about coaching changes, and Belichick has been linked to several other NFL teams if he and the Patriots part ways.
Matt Holder of Silver and Black Pride, the SB Nation site for the Las Vegas Raiders, discusses the team's coaching situation, the impact of rookie quarterback Aidan O'Connell, the Raiders' cornerback situation against the Minnesota Vikings' Justin Jefferson, key players Maxx Crosby and Josh Jacobs, and predicts a low-scoring game between the two teams.
Raiders interim head coach Antonio Pierce made it a priority to get the ball to wide receiver Davante Adams in their win over the Jets, with Adams receiving 13 targets compared to the rest of the team's 12 targets combined. Pierce acknowledged Adams as one of the best receivers in the game and implied criticism towards former head coach Josh McDaniels, who faced backlash for not utilizing Adams enough. Pierce is now 2-0 as the Raiders' head coach after McDaniels was fired.
The Las Vegas Raiders, rejuvenated after a coaching change, are looking to continue their winning momentum against the struggling New York Jets in Week 10 of the NFL season. Rookie quarterback Aidan O'Connell is getting a chance to showcase his skills, while the Jets hope to halt the Raiders' resurgence with a victory. Follow along for the latest news, scores, and updates during Sunday Night Football.