"Avast ye! Learn the art of likin' that scurvy dog Bill Belichick and get on with yer merry life!"
2024-01-21
Arr, Avast ye hearties! The glorious era of Cap'n Bill Belichick, head skipper of the New England Patriots, be sailin' towards its final destination. Yet, he be leavin' a mighty legacy, havin' plundered six Super Bowl treasures for the team and the city!
Four years ago, the author's father was in his last weeks due to kidney failure, and the author arranged for him to be transferred to a care facility near their home in Boston. When asked if he knew where he was, the father mistakenly guessed Connecticut. The author corrected him and said they were in Boston. However, the father, an ardent New York sports fan, responded with a snarl, saying "Belichick." The father despised Bill Belichick, the coach of the New England Patriots, but the author and others in New England loved him. They credited him with turning the team into a powerhouse alongside quarterback Tom Brady. However, the Belichick era in New England recently ended with a loss to the New York Jets, much to the joy of the father.While many Belichick haters believe his success is due to cheating, New England fans believe it is because of his unparalleled preparation and attention to detail. They know that Belichick and his staff meticulously study every player in the league, gathering copious amounts of information on each opponent. Despite their love for Belichick, New England fans resented his tendency to release favorite players if they became too expensive or too slow. Another regret is his lack of praise for Brady and his decision to bench Malcolm Butler during a crucial Super Bowl game.
Many speculate that Brady's decision to leave New England was influenced by Belichick's choices. In the absence of Brady, Belichick's coaching career became a tragic pursuit of Don Shula's coaching wins record. Now, at 71 years old, Belichick is likely to move on to another team, hoping to reclaim his past victories. Though he won't have the support of team owner Bob Kraft or Brady, fans believe he will figure it out.