Avast! A Chargers legend reckons that Cap'n Belichick's final voyage with the Patriots be in the year 2023!
2023-12-05
Avast ye mateys! Shawne Merriman, a former NFL landlubber, be swearin' upon Davy Jones' locker that the year 2023 shall mark the end of Captain Bill Belichick's reign as the head skipper o' the New England Patriots. Yo ho ho, only time shall tell if this prophecy holds true!
The New England Patriots are experiencing a downward spiral, as they suffered their fifth consecutive loss with a 6-0 shutout against the Los Angeles Chargers. Quarterback Bailey Zappe was sacked five times in front of a dwindling home crowd. With the worst record in the AFC, there is speculation about the team's plans for the draft and the head coaching position. According to former Chargers star Shawne Merriman, the decline of the Patriots is not surprising. Merriman believes it will take time for the team to turn things around, as there is typically a three to five-year rebuilding phase for every team after a successful period. The Patriots, who won six Super Bowl titles with Tom Brady, have been in decline since his departure. Mac Jones' lack of progress and coaching staff turnovers have contributed to the downfall of the once-great dynasty. Merriman predicts it will take another three to five years for the Patriots to become a strong team again, but he doubts Bill Belichick will be there to see it. The Patriots have struggled since Brady left, with a record of 27-36 and last place in scoring. Merriman believes this may be Belichick's last season with the team, especially considering the lack of attendance at their recent game against the Chargers. If the fans stop supporting the team, owner Robert Kraft may have no choice but to move on from Belichick.