NFL legend Bill Belichick, usually known for his no-nonsense demeanor, took a playful jab at Pat McAfee on Monday, accusing the sports host of “betraying” an agreement on The Pat McAfee Show.
The former New England Patriots head coach, who’s been making weekly appearances on the show this season, was caught off guard when McAfee slyly introduced the topic of Belichick’s coaching future, a subject he thought they’d agreed to avoid.
During the segment, McAfee asked if Belichick might entertain a return to the NFL coaching scene. Before Belichick could deflect, Darius Butler, a guest on the show, jumped in, asking directly if coaching was still on Belichick’s radar.
A bemused Belichick immediately called McAfee out: “Pat, all right, so you and I had this agreement that this question wouldn’t be asked to me when I came on The Pat McAfee Show.”
Nobody can make Belichick talk
The unexpected question prompted laughs from the whole panel, as McAfee tried to pin the blame on ESPN insider Adam Schefter, who’d earlier speculated on Belichick’s name in coaching discussions. Belichick, still in his characteristic style, deadpanned, “Well, then go talk to Adam,” bringing more laughs from the group.
McAfee pressed once more, asking if Belichick missed the grind of coaching. But the ex-Patriots coach reverted to his “press conference mode,” as he called it, stating, “I’m just trying to do a good job on The Pat McAfee Show. Let’s just focus on today.”
Is Belichick brewing a comeback?
Belichick’s time in New Englandcame to an unceremonious end following a rough four-win season, with no big coaching offers landing in his lap. Despite an interview with the Atlanta Falcons, Belichick ultimately watched as the organization went with Raheem Morris instead.
But his name isn’t off the radar yet, with rumors swirling about potential vacancies with the Jets, Saints, Cowboys, and Giants-teams all eyeing change if their seasons don’t turn around.
Whether he’s got a comeback brewing or not, Belichick’s keeping his cards close to his chest, giving NFL fans and analysts alike no hints. And with McAfee’s crew now on high alert, you can bet he’ll be watching his back for any more “gotcha” questions in the future.
