Bill Belichick is about to make a big career change according to shocking new information that has astonished fans of the NFL.
Steve Belichick recently spoke on “Green Light with Chris Long” and offered insights into his father’s plans after retiring as coach. The disclosure implies that Bill Belichick is actively pursuing broadcast changes which would be a shift from his remarkable 24-year tenure as the New England Patriots coach.
“He’s definitely pursuing some other stuff, whether it’s TV or a regular on ‘Green Light’ or whatever it may be,” said Steve Belichick about his father’s pursuits. The unanticipated action suggests that Bill Belichick may take on new responsibilities that would expose him to a larger audience through televised appearances.
After 24 years, the Belichick coaching dynasty patriarch left the Patriots, raising concerns about his post-coaching career. Bill Belichick parted company with the team after the surprising 4-13 season, and although though he is a highly skilled coach, he was not given any head coaching options this summer. Several teams made decisions, including the Atlanta Falcons, which left Belichick without a head coaching job.
While the head coaching endeavors failed, talk of Bill Belichick entering the media began to circulate. Well-known for his cool-headedness while speaking with the media talk of a possible camera job began in NFL circles. Belichick’s public profile was further enhanced by his participation on ESPN’s “College GameDay” before the Army-Navy Game, which revealed a different side of him.
In addition to sharing observations about his father’s character, Steve Belichick expressed the wish that Bill Belichick would reveal more of his genuine self in a public capacity. He said, “I hope he just goes out and is himself and … shows his personality a little bit, which he doesn’t do most of the time, unless you’re in the building.” The information alluded to a side of Bill Belichick that the general public seldom sees.
Steve Belichick is carrying on his father’s coaching tradition as Bill Belichick pursues other endeavors. Steve turned down a chance to work with Jerod Mayo on the Patriots’ coaching staff but he just agreed to take a job as defensive coordinator for the Washington Huskies. He started his coaching career with the Patriots in 2012 and worked his way up to become a major asset to the defensive plans of the squad.