The New England Patriots' 2-7 record, the worst since Robert Kraft bought the team in 1994, has led to speculation about head coach Bill Belichick's future. Kraft has expressed disappointment with the team's performance, and the recent loss to the Colts in Germany, seen as an opportunity for a 're-set', has only added to the uncertainty. Belichick's contract, which runs through next year, is no impediment to his firing. However, insiders believe a midseason dismissal is unlikely, but a year-end change is not ruled out. Kraft's decision could be influenced by potential compensation if Belichick takes another job.
Patriots Robert Kraft, 2-7 for the first time since buying the team in 1994, discusses the team's struggles in 2023. https://t.co/jdlZzAMg5M
Patriots owner Robert Kraft, on NFL Network, says he's "really disappointed" and hoped "things would be a lot better," as opposed to being 2-7. He said he was hoping for a "re-set" with today's game in Germany
Is the end game for Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick in sight? https://t.co/0F3JJ4FD9S
Three weeks ago, a report about Bill Belichick's contract created the vague impression that he wouldn't be fired. Now, the rest of the story emerges. He's signed through next year. Which makes the contract no impediment to firing him. https://t.co/DQfcyKD4lG
Bill Belichick's future is the biggest NFL story the second half of the season. I don't think there is any way Patriots owner Robert Kraft just flat-out fires him. By firing him, Kraft would give up his right to compensation if Belichick takes another job. That's why if they part… https://t.co/kRbWhFmrjO
Could Bill Belichick be fired midseason? Sources believe that outcome would be unlikely, writes @DMRussini. But don't rule out a move coming at the end of the year... 🔗 https://t.co/8uqbCecbWn https://t.co/xms8FDJIHO
Could Bill Belichick be fired midseason? Sources believe that outcome would be unlikely, writes @DMRussini.But don't rule out a move coming at the end of the year... 🔗 https://t.co/8uqbCecJLV https://t.co/4Sp5fCt7Js
A loss to the Colts on Sunday in Germany would drop the Patriots to 2-8 at the bye. Will that prompt owner Robert Kraft to bid farewell to Bill Belichick? https://t.co/7RTyTkIewg
Amid trying season, Bill Belichick, Patriots hoping trip to Germany serves as a reprieve ⤵️ https://t.co/tHlGrEDNE5