Former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick and offensive play-caller Matt Patricia were seen working with Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe at the Manning Passing Academy on Friday.
Milroe is one of the top quarterbacks in college football. He recorded 2,834 passing yards, 23 touchdowns and six interceptions last season. His season ended in a 27-20 Rose Bowl loss to Michigan.
Patricia has some experience with quarterbacks, as he called the offensive plays for the Patriots in 2022. He was a senior defensive assistant for the Philadelphia Eagles in 2023.
His contract was not renewed at the end of last season.
Alabama star QB @JalenMilroe gets some pointers from Bill Belichick and Matt Patricia this morning at Manning Passing Academy. pic.twitter.com/7YuGAswjP8
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) June 28, 2024
This just goes to show that Belichick remains committed to staying busy with coaching, even after failing to land another NFL job in 2024. As for Milroe, this was an opportunity for him to soak up as much knowledge as possible from a six-time Super Bowl-winning coach.
His intention is clearly focused on getting better and preparing for Alabama’s season-opener against Western Kentucky on August 31.