Bill Belichick Signed Multi-Year Extension Last Offseason

Bill Belichick Signed Multi-Year Extension Last Offseason

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New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick signed a "lucrative" multi-year extension with the team last offseason, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. While critics have been blaming Belichick for the Patriots' 1-5 start this year and suggesting he could be on the hot seat, news of his extension suggests the future Hall of Fame coach's job is safe for a little while longer. This report adds important context to the Patriots' short-term plans, especially ahead of the NFL trade deadline. With added job security, Belichick could be afforded the opportunity to embark on a soft rebuild if desired. While a rebuild or tear-down is not something that is in Belichick's competitive nature, these are unprecedented times for New England, which faces key questions on both sides of the ball.

Source: Ian Rapoport