Bill Belichick spent over two decades at the helm of the NFL's greatest dynasty with the New England Patriots before parting ways last season -- with six Super Bowl championship rings and 333 career wins.
The 72-year-old, who came up empty after testing the free agency market, was left unemployed this past offseason, which opened the door for new opportunities. Belichick underwent two interviews with the Arizona Cardinals before getting rejected by the organization and settling for television gigs -- including during the 2024 NFL Draft -- in the meantime. Now, after having returned to the field for practices with the Washington Huskies, Belichick addressed his role with the collegiate program.
"I'm just here to watch, and sometimes they ask me to look at something or what I think about this or that or whatever," Belichick told ESPN's "Pat McAfee Show" on Monday. "Jedd (Fisch) does a great job with this program and look forward to following them during the year."
Belichick's son, Steve Belichick, another former Patriots affiliate, now serves as the defensive coordinator for the Huskies. Bill clarified that he isn't leading Washington's drills during practices, but instead using the opportunity to stick around the game. Belichick can test out next offseason's head-coaching market, which routinely provides opportunities for well-established legends like himself.
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"It's nice to just get back and watch some action going on in the field," Belichick added, per ESPN. "Being around Steve, being around Jedd, they do a great job here at this program and it’s just fun to watch what's going on and sitting in on some meetings and watch the players work. ... (I) look forward to following them during the year."
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