Interesting read, the draft record is definitely notable.
I think the fundamental question is would Bill retire/quit/ insist on being fired rather than embrace a true GM at this point, even if it was someone who spent time under him like an Adam Peters. There’s no question he’s lost a step in the talent evaluation department but him admitting it is probably a pipe dream.
Only Barnwell could spend 5,000 words saying what I think is fairly common and accepted knowledge at this point.
- The Patriots have drafted poorly for years.
- The Patriots have made some poor FA acquisitions.
- Because of 1 and 2, the Patriots are largely devoid of talent.
- The Patriots have also suffered from brain drain in the FO and coaching staff.
It’s going to be an interesting off-season. I still think that if he wants, Bill is going to be back and he’s going to given another chance at a rebuild. I think he’s earned that.
People will hate it, but Mac is likely also back but in a seriously s competition to start.
Above all else, the Patriots needs to modernize. I like the idea of letting BoB continue to modernize the offense, but I think the FO needs a more analytical approach to player evaluation.
This is a great read. I like that Barnwell fully calls Belichick out for the “doghouse” issue.
An atrocious drafting record…big yikes