Alabama needs a new offensive coordinator as it prepares for life without quarterback Bryce Young.
Bill O'Brien, who joined the Crimson Tide ahead of the 2021 season, will be the offensive coordinator for the New England Patriots, according to multiple media outlets. ESPN was the first to report about O'Brien's departure, which was anticipated. His contract with Alabama was set to expire at the end of February.
O'Brien, a Massachusetts native, returns to the Patriots for whom he served as an assistant coach from 2007-2010 and offensive coordinator in 2011.
During his time in Tuscaloosa, O'Brien also served as quarterbacks coach.