After a brief media hiatus, legendary NFL coach Bill Belichick plans to return to coaching next season, with his sights set on breaking the all-time wins record held by Don Shula.
Bill Belichick, the legendary coach known for his six Super Bowl victories with the New England Patriots, is not ready to retire from the sidelines just yet. NFL Network's Tom Pelissero revealed on "The Rich Eisen Show" that Belichick intends to coach again in 2025.
Bill Belichick Returns to Coaching: Aims for All-Time Wins Record
"Bill Belichick intends to coach in 2025," Pelissero said. "He's staying engaged in the game. He's showing up to roasts. He's now going to be on 'Inside the NFL.' We've seen him showing up to different events."
One of Belichick's primary motivations for returning to coaching is his desire to break the all-time coaching wins record. With 302 career wins, Belichick is just 27 wins shy of Don Shula's mark of 328.
Bill Belichick Returns to Coaching: Aims for All-Time Wins Record
After parting ways with the Patriots following a disappointing 2023 season, Belichick was rumored to be a candidate for several head coaching vacancies, including the Atlanta Falcons. However, he ultimately did not secure any of those positions, leaving him without a head coaching job for the first time since 2000.
Belichick's resume as a coach speaks for itself, with six Super Bowl victories and three AP Coach of the Year awards. He is also the 2021 PFWA Executive of the Year.
Bill Belichick Returns to Coaching: Aims for All-Time Wins Record
Despite his impressive credentials, teams with vacancies opted to pursue other options, indicating that they were seeking a change of direction. However, as is often the case in the NFL, coaching situations evolve, and Belichick is likely to find an opportunity that aligns with his goals.
In the meantime, Belichick has embraced his role as a media personality. He surprised football fans with a cameo appearance at Netflix's Tom Brady roast, and he also provided valuable insights and anecdotes as a guest on "The Pat McAfee Show" during the NFL Draft.
However, Belichick's media appearances appear to be a temporary respite from his true passion: coaching. He is eager to return to the sideline and continue his pursuit of football history.
Belichick's unwavering determination and his desire to break the all-time wins record are testament to his competitive spirit and his commitment to the game of football. As he gears up for his next coaching chapter, the NFL landscape is sure to take notice.
