Those hoping to see a new regime take over for the New England Patriots in 2024 might want to keep the Champagne on ice for a while.
A new report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport pushed back on the notion that Robert Kraft firing Belichick at the end of the season is a done deal. Per Rapoport, Kraft still has not come to a “firm conclusion” on what’s next for the head-coaching situation in New England.
The next four games could have an impact on that decision, especially if they somehow manage to upset the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday.
Rapoport wrote:
Sources say not only has owner Robert Kraft not come to a firm conclusion on what will happen next with his head-coaching situation, but the way New England finishes could go a long way in determining what’s next.
It always made sense that Kraft and Belichick would come to the table for a final meeting at the end of the season and ultimately decide the best course forward.
I’ve often reiterated the fact that it shouldn’t shock people if Belichick somehow managed to stick around. Given the state of the team, the likelihood would be him leaving, but it’s also not easy firing the man responsible for building the greatest dynasty in NFL history, brick by brick.
There would be no six Super Bowls and esteemed status without Belichick. Throw in the fact that he’s been tied to the hip of Kraft for going on 24 years and it becomes easier to see just how complicated this decision is right now.
