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Report: Josh McDaniels could return to Patriots if Bill Belichick stays

If Robert Kraft and Patriots ownership decide to retain Bill Belichick for a 25th season in Foxborough, the legendary head coach could have an old friend back with him on the sideline.

According to The Athletic’s Jeff Howe, if Belichick remains in New England this offseason, the Patriots’ long-time offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels could return to the organization in some capacity.

McDaniels is currently a free agent after getting fired by the Las Vegas Raiders in October after less than two seasons on the job as the team’s head coach.

“Belichick will need to lay out a firm plan to dramatically improve the on-field product after the Patriots’ worst record (4-13) of Kraft’s ownership.