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Bill Belichick still haunted by the Lamar Jackson mistake he made —twice

What could have been, the Foxborough faithful can only dream.

In his forthcoming book, “The Art of Winning: Lessons from My Life in Football,” Bill Belichick reveals one big regret during his 24 years as the top dog in New England: passing up on Lamar Jackson. Twice.

The former Patriots head coach dedicates an entire chapter in his new book to “Mistakes” — chief among them, the team’s inability to retain Tom Brady in 2020 due to financial constraints.

Head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots looks on against the Indianapolis Colts in the second half of a game at Lucas Oil Stadium on October 18, 2015.
Head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots looks on against the Indianapolis Colts in the second half of a game at Lucas Oil Stadium on October 18, 2015.