Tedy Bruschi doesn’t appear too pleased about Bill Belichick’s transfer to North Carolina.
During Sunday’s “NFL Countdown,” the previous Patriots linebacker and present ESPN analyst shared his ideas on Belichick venturing to school soccer.
Belichick was introduced this week as the latest head coach for North Carolina lower than one 12 months faraway from the tip of his long-time position as head coach and defacto GM of the Patriots.
Bruschi, who performed for New England from 1996-2008 and spent a few of these years underneath Belichick — didn’t maintain again, expressing issues a couple of legendary NFL coach transitioning to a lower-profile position.
“What are we doing right here?” Bruschi questioned. “Bill Belichick teaching at North Carolina? College soccer isn’t the place I wish to see him. There’s just one bowl recreation I wish to affiliate with Belichick, and that’s the Super Bowl.”
A seemingly bummed Bruschi added, “I don’t wish to see him on the sidelines for some ‘Lawnmower Bowl’ in December or January. That’s simply not who he’s.”
Bruschi additionally highlighted the distinctive worth the six-time Super Bowl-winning coach may deliver to struggling NFL franchises, versus the ACC, North Carolina’s convention.
“I don’t know the way there wouldn’t be curiosity from NFL groups to usher in Belichick. He makes you instantly related and extremely well-coached,” Bruschi added. “Would he flip a group into a right away contender? Absolutely. He’s that good.”
Despite his reward, Bruschi acknowledged that Belichick’s dominance within the NFL — outlined by his unprecedented six championships with the Patriots — might not be replicated elsewhere.
“He’s not going to be the man who wins six rings once more,” Bruschi admitted, “however any group he coaches could be competent and aggressive from day one.”
Bruschi’s remarks underscore the continuing debate about Belichick’s subsequent chapter and whether or not he belongs within the skilled or collegiate ranks.
Ultimately, Belichick will look to show UNC into an ACC energy for seemingly his remaining teaching chapter, and with the College Football Playoff at 12 groups, something is feasible.