The New England Patriots are set to undergo significant coaching staff changes for the 2025 season. According to ESPN’s Mike Reiss, a number of assistant coaches will not be returning to the team, including tight ends coach Bob Bicknell, running backs coach Taylor Embree, wide receivers coach Tyler Hughes, coaching assistant Keith Jones, and assistant wide receivers coach Tiquan Underwood.
This news comes on the heels of reports that director of skill development Joe Kim and executive vice president of football business Robyn Glaser would also not be returning for the 2025 season. The personnel makeover is a clear indication that newly-hired coach Mike Vrabel is looking to establish his own staff and vision for the team, both on and off the field.
The Patriots have struggled in recent years, missing the playoffs for three consecutive seasons and finishing with one of the worst records in the league in back-to-back years. The team’s lack of success has led to widespread changes, with Vrabel’s hiring being the most significant move to date.
As Vrabel looks to rebuild the team and restore the Patriots to their former glory, it’s likely that we’ll see more changes in the coming weeks and months. The team’s coaching staff and front office will likely undergo further transformations as Vrabel looks to surround himself with the right people to help him achieve his goals.
The Patriots’ faithful will be watching with bated breath as the team navigates this period of change. While it’s unclear what the future holds, one thing is certain: the Patriots will look very different in 2025 than they did in 2024.
As the team looks to rebuild and retool, fans will be eager to see what moves Vrabel and the Patriots’ front office make next. Will they look to free agency to fill gaps on the roster, or will they focus on building through the draft? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: the Patriots are in for a wild ride in 2025.
