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Report: Bill Belichick rewarded select Patriots staffers with wads of cash

Bill Belichick isn't the friendliest boss, but he appreciates those who do their job.

Seth Wickersham's recently-published book, "It's Better To Be Feared," features plenty of insights about the inner workings of the New England Patriots. Among them: Belichick apparently doles out literal wads of cash to staffers who are underpaid and/or excel in their roles.

"Belichick would reward the coaches who made little, out of his own pocket," Wickersham writes. (Hat tip to Insider.com.) "During the season, he gave out what were called 'green balls,' wads of cash that could reach thousands of dollars.