Kraft Reflects on Belichick's Departure After 2023 Season
- Robert Kraft acknowledged the decline in the Patriots' performance under Bill Belichick's leadership, citing a lack of oversight.
- After Belichick's departure, Kraft appointed Jerod Mayo as the new head coach, recognizing his leadership skills.
- The Patriots have faced difficulties in the new season, but a recent quarterback change has sparked some optimism.
In the United States, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft expressed regret over the lack of oversight he provided to former head coach Bill Belichick during his tenure. Kraft acknowledged that the team's performance had declined over the last few years, attributing this to Belichick having full control without sufficient checks and balances. Despite this, Kraft recognized Belichick's contributions to the franchise, which included six Super Bowl victories. Following Belichick's departure after the 2023 season, Kraft appointed Jerod Mayo, a former player and assistant coach, as the new head coach. Mayo's leadership qualities had impressed Kraft since he was drafted in 2008. However, Mayo's initial season has been challenging, with the team losing five consecutive games after a promising start. A recent quarterback change to rookie Drake Maye has sparked some hope for improvement in the team's performance.