I think that if the Patriots turn in a sub-par season this year, Coach Bill could find himself of the hot seat with the Krafts. Unlike some owners of professional sports teams, the Krafts actually want to win. The last time the Patriots had back-to-back losing seasons was 1992 and 1993 - the year BEFORE Bob Kraft bought the Patriots.
Here are some numbers that I guarantee Bob and/or Jonathan Kraft are aware of:
27-30 ~ Belichick’s record as Patriots head coach WITHOUT Tom Brady.
63-74 ~ Belichick’s CAREER record as head coach of the Patriots and Browns without Tom Brady.
5-12 ~ The Patriots’ record in their last 20 games (minus 3 wins vs. the PUTRID NY Jets) over their last 20 games.
I understand that last year was what it was, but given all the free-agent spending this year, and a full offseason to gear up, who would have thought the Patriots would play so badly? Every great coach has a great quarterback, but for Belichick’s sake, I hope the Patriots improve. And soon.