New England Patriots legendary coach Bill Belichick had his own right-hand man, whose official title was “Director of Football Research,” but who advised Belichick closely on every aspect of football from in-game management to roster construction.

The New England Patriots formalized the hiring of John Streicher, who NFL insider Albert Breer described as Mike Vrabel's "right-hand man." Streicher spent six seasons with the Tennessee Titans under Vrabel in a multitude of roles,

Vrabel ultimately hired then-Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Matt LaFleur ... Vrabel could also consider a similar approach in 2025, with Rams offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur or even Rams QBs coach Dave Ragone. The team interviewed Bears passing ...

The Los Angeles Rams’ 2024 season is officially over after their narrow loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Divisional Round. The Rams were one score away from advancing in the 2025 Playoffs, but head coach Sean McVay and the offense were able unable to convert on fourth down and went home with a disappointing loss.

Two weeks after the New England Patriots hired Mike Vrabel to be their 16th head coach in franchise history, their coaching staff appears to be close to full. On Monday, MassLive's Mark Daniels reported that Thomas Brown and Jason Houghtaling are joining Vrabel's staff for the 2025 season.

Last week, the New England Patriots officially announced former NFL linebacker Mike Vrabel as their 16th head coach in franchise history, replacing Jerod Mayo after just one season.

The @Patriots have formalized the hire of Mike Vrabel’s right-hand man, John “Stretch” Streicher, per sources. He’ll be New England’s vice president of football operations and strategy. Streicher adds to the list of brand-new talents the Patriots have brought since Vrabel's hiring to help guide New England in returning to their premier level.

Who is on Mike Vrabel's radar at offensive and defensive coordinator? Here's a look at which coaches the Patriots might bring in for interviews.

Mike Vrabel decided to focus on stability for the Patriots' special teams unit, retaining their coach from the previous season.

New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is expected to bring a couple of more familiar faces on his newest coaching venture. According to ESPN’s Mike Reiss, Frank Piraino and John Streicher, Vrabel’s former strength coach and football research director with the Tennessee Titans, could be joining him in New England.

The New England Patriots are adding another member to their coaching staff. Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay confirmed that game management coordinator John “Stretch” Streicher was joining the Patriots, per The Athletic’s Jourdan Rodrigue.

Patriots Head Coach Mike Vrabel has announced the first three members of his 2025 coaching staff with the hiring of Josh McDaniels as offensive coordinator, Terrell Williams as defensive coordinator and the return of Jeremy Springer as special teams coordinator.