Have a look at the new next head coach odds of the New England Patriots
Making a case for Bill Belichick as the greatest NFL coach of all time is relatively straightforward, primarily considering his impressive collection of six Super Bowl rings.
However, even in the ever-changing landscape of NFL coaching, no one, not even the greatest of all time (GOAT), is immune to change.
New England Patriots new next head coach odds and favorites names list for 2023-2024 season
What a ride.
Thank you, Coach Belichick. pic.twitter.com/aQ5SWiVwmE
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) January 11, 2024
On January 11, Belichick and the Patriots ended their association after a dismal 4-13 season, marking the worst performance in Belichick’s 28-year career as a head coach. It’s noteworthy that Belichick, who also served as the general manager, opted not to extend a two-year, $50 million offer to Tom Brady.
As the Patriots usher in a new era, veteran oddsmaker Adam Thompson from Bookies.com has provided updated odds for the 2024 Patriots head coaching position.
Candidates For Patriots New Head Coach
Here are the odds for the next New England Patriots head coach:
– Jerod Mayo (Patriots LB Coach): +175 (36.4%)
– Mike Vrabel (Titans HC): +225 (30.8%)
– Kellen Moore (Chargers OC): +600 (14.3%)
– Frank Smith (Dolphins OC): +750 (11.8%)
– Zac Callahan (Bengals OC): +1400 (6.7%)
– Ben Johnson (Lions OC): +1500 (6.3%)
– The Field: +650 (13.3%)
Since Tom Brady’s departure for Tampa Bay, the Patriots, relying on a mix of Cam Newton, Mac Jones, and Bailey Zappe, have hovered on the fringes of playoff contention.
Yet, they haven’t been considered serious title contenders, culminating in a particularly challenging season, ranking only above the hapless Carolina Panthers in the NFL standings. NBA Sports Boston analyst Tom Curran highlighted several reasons on the Rich Eisen Show, debunking the notion of Belichick’s invincibility.
Factors ranged from the Brady negotiations to questionable coaching hires and a general sense of disorganization. The failure to secure DeAndre Hopkins exacerbated matters, resulting in the offense finishing 31st in scoring and 30th in yards allowed.
Most speculation points towards Jerod Mayo, the linebackers coach and former standout player, as the likely successor. Mayo’s contract extension amidst interest from other teams adds weight to the belief in his potential as the next head coach.
Mike Vrabel, recently released by the Titans, is considered a strong contender due to his Patriots Hall of Fame background and prior success as the NFL Coach of the Year in 2021.
The Kraft family’s affinity for Vrabel further enhances the likelihood of his involvement, possibly as the head coach. There’s a possibility that the Patriots may transition from an old-school to a new-school coach, well-versed in the intricacies of the modern NFL game.
Other candidates, such as Lions’ Ben Johnson, Chargers’ Kellen Moore, Dolphins’ Frank Smith, Bengals’ Zac Taylor, and a diverse field of experienced coaches, could also be in contention for the coveted position.
The coaching landscape for the Patriots is undoubtedly changing, and only time will reveal who will take the helm in this new chapter for the franchise.