Bill Belichick-coached teams have an impressive track record when leading by significant margins going into the 4th quarter. He has won 158 straight games in the regular season or playoffs when leading by 11+ points at the end of the 3rd quarter, with only one loss in 1992. Additionally, Belichick is 186-4 straight up and 173-14-3 against the spread when leading by 10 points or more entering the 4th quarter. In the recent game, Ezekiel Elliott, playing for the Patriots, delivered an outstanding performance, gaining +24 yards after the catch over expected and playing on 90.9% of the offensive snaps. The Patriots secured a much-needed win against the Steelers, with Belichick's coaching receiving praise from players and media. The win marked Belichick's 10th victory in his career against Mike Tomlin. Despite speculation about his future, there are indications that Belichick is enjoying the current success and may continue coaching for the Patriots.
Belichick might be coming for Corso’s job https://t.co/uhM0cFKONe
Looks like Bill Belichick's having fun 🤣 https://t.co/k6ooKnhKlj
Bill Belichick coming for Lee Corso's job! https://t.co/z7tZkRdzKZ
“How about this, if [Bill Belichick] goes into television, they put him in the booth with Kevin Burkhardt and Tom Brady next year on Fox.” 🤔⬇️ https://t.co/MJ6SjtEc3A
Bart Scott goes scorched earth on Bill Belichick in the most vicious 45-second interview you'll ever see. "Let him burn." https://t.co/qNCocVTw8Q https://t.co/f3HU5dJlfL
Could Bill Belichick become the next great NFL TV analyst? "Every network would take that phone call." @MMcCarthyREV muses about the idea »
Bart Scott unleashes on Bill Belichick and Patriots fans in ‘Pardon My Take’ interview https://t.co/iln5Q0DLKA https://t.co/b7tyfgj0GI
Gronk belives Bill Belichick will return to the Patriots in 2024 despite recent struggles 👀 “He’s grandfather claused in.” https://t.co/xlecrB4RLT
.@Patriots @EzekielElliott had to shoulder the load; like he has for most of his career; and was up to the challenge. Been awhile since he had 29 touches in a game. #BaldysBreakdowns https://t.co/cfGeZUwFhn
Bill Belichick was in rare form Thursday night after his squad marched into Acrisure Stadium and stunned the Steelers, 21—18, for just their third win of the season https://t.co/nG762rmNG5
Al Michaels speculates on Bill Belichick teaming up with Tom Brady on TV https://t.co/9XtVNkGdzR https://t.co/nEQKiNvNEZ
Jabrill Peppers passionately defends Bill Belichick after all the 'flak' Patriots coach has recieved https://t.co/akswxrY8qb https://t.co/6FJQbOSczO
Shaughnessy wonders if Belichick could still be the Patriots’ coach next year https://t.co/73nwzyndaZ
Bill Belichick praises "great job by the players and coaches" after Patriots' win. https://t.co/p4EEBXoD4h
Patriots offensive snaps vs. Steelers: 🏈 RB Ezekiel Elliott plays 52 of 57 (previous high 44 vs. LAC) 🏈 Season-high 54 for WR Tyquan Thornton 🏈 Conor McDermott (23) starts at LT but Trent Brown (34) rotates in with more playing time 🏈 Another DNP for QB Malik Cunningham https://t.co/6OfNeUakU9
News story: Jabrill Peppers says win is for Bill Belichick. https://t.co/I5J9FxG5SZ
In place of the injured Rhamondre Stevenson, New England Patriots RB Ezekiel Elliott stepped up, catching the NFL world's attention with a standout performance. https://t.co/D5ugLzOZqQ
Bill Belichick saw a "pro performance" from Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott in Thursday's win. https://t.co/cROHLuCSC9
Belichick: “Not much sleep this week, but … very satisfying to see the results.” https://t.co/c0reoS0Rk4
For @NFLGameDay Final with #Patriots RB Ezekiel Elliott on the tail end of 39 carries over five days and a really big tackle that saved a TD and helped secure a much-needed win over the #Steelers: “I’m glad I’m able to show you guys I’ve still got it.” https://t.co/F8YUldVubT
Jabrill Peppers: Needed this win for players and Bill Belichick/coaches; don’t like all the flak Belichick has been taking. https://t.co/3UUAIpy3Hk
Patriots RB Ezekiel Elliott played 52 of 57 offensive snaps, per PFF.
Al Michaels and Kirk Herbstreit speculate on the future of Bill Belichick. "How about this? If he goes (the TV analyst route), they put him in the booth with Kevin Burkhardt and Tom Brady next year on Fox... Or he goes on tour with Jon Bon Jovi."- Al Michaels 🏈📺🎙️ #TNF https://t.co/jLp4Jy5Xmq
#Patriots RB Ezekiel Elliott on supporting the defense: “It was definitely nice to finally give ‘em some help.” https://t.co/KbLRsokDXG
Ezekiel Elliott: Excels in versatile role Thursday https://t.co/SFthV7FHxe
Bill Belichick is effing hyped about this win https://t.co/nF6KLgGcfx
Ezekiel Elliott gained +24 yards after the catch over expected in Week 14, his most in a game over the last six seasons. Elliott played on 90.9% of the Patriots' offensive snaps, the 2nd-highest playtime percentage by a Patriots RB in the NGS era. #NEvsPIT | #ForeverNE https://t.co/R7jEOOOIZl
Bill Belichick is now 10-3 in his career vs Mike Tomlin.
Ezekiel Elliott's 1st game as a starter this season: 🔹 68 rushing yards 🔹 7 catches for 72 receiving yards 🔹 1 TD 🔹 23.5 fantasy points https://t.co/Ggeua2I8R4
Bill Belichick is 186-4 SU and 173-14-3 ATS when leading by 10 pts or more entering the 4th quarter. His last SU loss came back in 2012 against the Seahawks.
Bill Belichick-coached teams have won 158 straight games in the regular season or playoffs when leading by 11+ points at the end of the 3rd quarter. He is 162-1 overall as a coach in those situations with the loss coming 12/20/1992 (Oilers 17, Browns 14)