The New England Patriots are one of the most successful and profitable franchises in the NFL. Despite recent success of late they haven’t been performing like they and their fans would want to. Have they been careless with their finances?
Six Super Bowl titles and 11 AFC championships to their name. However, in recent years, their football performance has suffered from a lack of investment, and it’s visible. As the priorities shift for the Patriots, it is evident in the results.
Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick have different visions
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The Patriots have thrown a massive $250 million at their off-field ventures. Their stadium now has a retractable roof, a giant video board, luxury suites, club seats, and a state-of-the-art training facility. Some of the planned renovations are still underway, but are these renovations necessary?
These investments have paid off in terms of revenue and fan loyalty, but they have come at a cost to the football team. The team has been unable to develop its QB position ever since Tom Brady left in 2019. Talented prospects such as Mac Jones haven’t been given the ample opportunity and squamates around them to play their natural game.
There appears to be a clear difference in vision between the owner and the coach. No big-name signings have been done in the offensive department, whereas luxury expenditure continues for the renovations. And Belichick has not been able to develop another superstar within the system. Does it spell disaster for Belichick?
Bill Belichick’s job is hanging by the thread
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Incoming reports are suggesting that Belichick’s days at the helm of the Patriots are numbered. Even after the shock win against the Steelers on the road. The Patriots’ record of 3-10 is disastrous considering Belichick’s reign, another season without the playoffs is not something Robert Kraft can afford.
As the Patriots prepare to take on the defending champions Kansas City Chiefs at the Gillette Stadium, it could very well be the last game for Belichick for the Patriots. Or will he retire with dignity at the end of the season?
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Only Kraft and Belichick know the answers. But soon enough, the whole world will know it as well. Do you think Belichick will be fired sooner rather than later? Let us know in the comments.
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