As football fans, players, and coaches from around the country reflect on Bill Belichick’s historic tenure with the Patriots, many of his most notable moments are ones that took place on the gridiron.
During yesterday’s press conference announcing that the Patriots and Belichick had decided to “mutually part ways,” owner Robert Kraft ended his speech on a sentimental note. He acknowledged not only what Belichick had accomplished on the field during his 24 years as head coach, but also his lasting legacy off the field.
“Coach Belichick will forever be celebrated as a legendary sports icon here in New England,” Kraft said.