Having caught his first collegiate touchdown pass from Jones during Alabama's 2021 College Football Playoff National Championship win over Ohio State, he reiterated his enthusiasm in once again . As far as criticism and things like that, thats probably a question for somebody else. He even inherited McDaniels' play-calling duties after his acceptance of the Denver Broncos head coaching job in 2009. "He has called plays for Tom Brady in the Super Bowl, elevated Penn State from the depths of the Sandusky conviction and won the AFC South four times in seven NFL head-coaching seasons," writes Thamel. "There had been an issue in 2021 with Jones struggling after getting yelled at, per the source," wrote McKenna. It's even more difficult for today's quarterbacks to adjust to a new play-caller, because there's less time on task. 2023 www.tuscaloosanews.com. I had Terry Robiskie for two years in Tennessee, and then finally I was with Jim Bob Cooter in Detroit. I dont think its just one position or one person. "That source also suggested, in hindsight, it might have been a mistake to go easy on the quarterback.". 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The Athens-Clarke County Police issued the warrant, which was obtained by the Associated Press and alleges that Carter was racing against a vehicle driven by Georgia staffer Chandler LeCroy when LeCroys car crashed, killing her and Georgia offensive lineman Devin Willock on Jan. 15. The Las Vegas Raiders head coach met with the media at the NFL . This isnt a name that will garner much positivity among some fans, Auburn Wire notes. Penn State went 8-4 in O'Brien's first season, and then 7-5 in his second year. Please check your email for a confirmation. With no shortage of potential candidates to become the next head coach of the program, could Auburn take a flyer on former Penn State head coach Bill O'Brien? A Massachusetts native, O'Brien will be charged with improving a Patriots offense that dipped notably in most key areas in 2022, including: Red zone efficiency: 11th (39 TDs in 63 trips) to 32nd (19 TDs in 45 trips), Third-down efficiency: 10th (43.5%) to 27th (34.8%), First downs: tied for ninth (362) to 28th (288), Sacks allowed: eighth (28 for 241 yards) to 19th (41 for 279 yards). He was born into a football family, as both, his father and grandfather played the game. ESPN college football expert Pete Thamel argues that Bill O'Brien should be first in line for any new job that opens up. Auburn Wire explored an initial list of potential candidates to succeed Harsin at Auburn, and OBrien was among the names on the list. I was fortunate in New England: By the time I took the field as a starter in my fourth season, I had been exposed to so much in this offense. ESPN college football expert Pete Thamel argues that Bill OBrien should be first in line for any new job that opens up. We talked recently and Im optimistic. "The primary target is former Patriots OC, former Penn State and Texans head coach, former Alabama OC Bill O'Brien," a report from Tom Curran . The times that hes not talking to you, or if hes not yelling at you, thats when youve got to be worried. Well,O'Brien worked with probably the most competitive quarterback I've ever been around in Tom Brady. Join the conversation today. Hes coached in various roles at top level colleges such as Georgia Tech, Penn State, and Alabama. He serves as an analyst for NBC Sports Boston, appearing on Pre/Postgame Live, as a guest on Tom Curran's Patriots Talk Podcast every Thursday, andas a columnist each weekduring the season. O'Brien got his pro start with the Patriots as an offensive assistant in 2007. After several seasons in New England working for Bill Belichick, O'Brienleft the Patriots in 2012 for his first head coaching opportunity at Penn State. He knows the position really well, understands the league, he understands how to get the most out of players at this level. Come Sept. 4 in the Alabama opener with Miami, O'Brien will become the first assistant to direct offenses and call plays for both Belichick and Saban. And it would not shock anyone the day OBrien gets a chance to be a head coach again. First published on February 28, 2023 / 12:03 PM. "This season there have been times weve been very, very productive. Why the Packers' transition to Jordan Love, whenever it happens, will require patience, A new home for Michael Thomas? McDaniels worked with OBrien and Jones when each entered the NFL OBrien as a Patriots offensive assistant in 2007 and Jones as the clubs top pick in 2021. There are a lot of issues for O'Brien to clean up, but the fact that the Patriots now have a real OC is encouraging for the franchise. Definitely more blunt; hes gonna tell you what it is, he doesnt care who you are, and hes gonna show you what youre doing wrong, Johnson said. But you have to overcome yourself at times and make a point to be open-minded. Contact/Follow us@RollTideWireon Twitter, and like our page onFacebookto follow ongoing coverage of Alabama news, notes and opinion. Bill O'Brien named Patriots' offensive coordinator (1:42), O'Brien returns to Patriots as new OC, QB coach, Top draft prospect Carter charged in fatal crash, Trade Lamar? February 28, 2023 / 12:03 PM But the desired results never came to fruition, leading to the Patriots, who are notoriously tight-lipped about their intentions, announcing Jan. 12 that they would be interviewing for an offensive coordinator. I had watched Tom Brady execute it and seen all of the details that go into successfully running the offense. P.J. Bill O'Brien was born in Dorchester, Massachusetts, on October 23, 1969, as William James O'Brien, son of John O'Brien and Anne Murphy O'Brien. Auburn Wire explored an initial list of potential candidates to succeed Harsin at Auburn, and O'Brien was among the names on the list. The numbers don't jump off the page, but when you consider important context like the starting quarterbacks, quality of the offensive line, etc., these stats aren't too bad at all. This is how a guy with eight career starts to his name got a 4-year, $72 million contract that destroyed Houston's salary cap as O'Brien limped along to finish with the same record that Brian . Hes a very emotional guy.. Were all responsible for what we do. During the offseason, wide receiver Andre Johnson had a lot of questions about the direction that the Texans were taking after a 2-14 season in 2013.Johnson stayed away from the team until . It should be noted that the other names listed are still in play. We want Lamar here. Baltimore also can slap a franchise tag on Jackson Line of the day was delivered by Cincinnati linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. when asked about his playing style: I just run through dudes faces.. Every coach is different in how they teach the game, and it takes time for a quarterback to develop trust with their coordinator while learning what they're trying to accomplish on each play. I had a comfort level with McDaniels, and there was a trust factor between us that I could audible at the line of scrimmage to get into a better play based on the defense's front. Now OBrien gets to work with Jones, whom he briefly overlapped with at Alabama as the quarterback was preparing for the NFL Draft. He is set to take his first visit to Tuscaloosa for Junior (), Former Georgia linebacker Nolan Smith offered high praise for Alabama's newest LB, Trezmen Marshall. INDIANAPOLIS Josh McDaniels knows a good matchup when he sees one, and the Raiders coach has the sense theres a real good one developing in New England. But there is no denying that OBrien would bring a wealth of experience. What Patriots fans need to know about new OC Bill O'Brien originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston. "I dont really pay attention to that," O'Brien said. The quarterback is now reportedly excited to get to work with New England's new offensive coordinator, Bill O'Brien, whom he worked with briefly when the two crossed paths at Alabama. Brent Key, a former offensive line coach for the Crimson Tide, is the interim head coach for the Yellow Jackets. He lasted six full seasons in Houston, plus the first four games of the 2020 campaign before being fired. What Patriots fans need to know about new OC Bill O'Brien. But as a head coach Bill OBrien has a pretty good resume, as a general manager not so much. Get viral graphics, memes, rumors and trending sports news delivered right to your inbox with the Clutch Newsletter. Looking back at Jahan Dotson's 2022 NFL Combine numbers, Bo Nickal featured on UFC Countdown prior to debut, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The last time Saban brought in two new coordinators in the same year was after the Crimson Tide's 2017 national championship season. Alabama has averaged 40.8 this season heading into the matchup Saturday (11 a.m., ESPN) against Kansas State (10-3). Cassel: Why a Bill O'Brien-Mac Jones pairing could work well, Curran: O'Brien rejoining Patriots 'probably going to happen', he's said he wants to be "coached harder. Apparently, it's unlikely that the former NFL head coach will be moving forward . Unsurprisingly, Jones experienced a significant statistical regression in 2022, finishing with2,997 yards, 14 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. Hes a great football coach, extremely hard worker, McDaniels said in conclusion. Belichick didn't name an official offensive coordinator for the Patriots in 2022, leaning on Matt Patricia as the primary playcaller despite Patricia's mostly defensive background in his NFL career. They might tweak the protection scheme or how you call something, which sometimes leads to a tendency to "fight the system.". You can also follow AJ Spurr on Twitter @SpurrFM. Everybody plays a part in that. 2 in total yards per game (428), No. Click Here. Bill O'Brien will be the next offensive coordinator of the Patriots, as confirmed by our Phil Perry. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Coaching Carousel Could Be Bill O'Brien's Wheel of Fortune. Saban also is searching for a defensive coordinator after Pete Golding left for the same position at Ole Miss earlier this month. During the offseason, wide receiver Andre Johnson had a lot of questions about the direction that the Texans were taking after a 2-14 season in 2013. O'Brien, 53, who spent the past two seasons as the offensive coordinator under Nick Saban at Alabama, now is back to where his NFL career began in 2007 as a coaching assistant. Nebraska football has yet to make any kind of official decision. Of course, it should be noted that for the vast majority of that time, the Pats scoring phase was led by future Hall of Fame quarterback Tom Brady. Jones said that he wanted tough coaching toward the end of the 2022 season, and he's about to get it. Thats cool, though. He also was the head coach of the Houston Texans for six-plus seasons. ", BILL O'BRIEN FUTURE:Will Bill O'Brien return to Alabama football? O'Brien and . Even if you're not changing the offensive system, you still have to adapt to a different personality. 3 in points scored per game (32.1). When you embrace the new system and understand there are different ways to have success -- that's when you can really start to grow as a quarterback, because growth only happens when there's acceptance. The wreck was originally classified as a single-vehicle crash. Alabama offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien interviewed for the Jacksonville Jaguars head-coaching vacancy last week. A screaming match with Brady during a Week 14 win over the Washington Commanders. O'Brien was the wide receivers coach in 2008, the quarterbacks coach in 2009, 2010 and 2011, and then added offensive coordinator to his title in 2011. 32 NFL players who could change teams this offseason, Disputed loan at center of Commanders probe, 2023 NFL franchise tag tracker: Commanders' Payne first to be tagged, Meet the man scouring Nigeria for the next generation of NBA and NFL talent, 2023 NFL combine preview: 15 future fantasy football stars to watch, Barnwell: Ranking seven teams that can make the 2023 playoffs with the right offseason moves, NFL execs make predictions for 2023: Forecasting landing spots for top QBs and big names, Four NFL teams left, four key questions: Barnwell on the 49ers' edge and Chiefs' mystery, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. 2 in total yards per game (428), No. He quickly rose up the ranks. Ahead of the Sugar Bowl, O'Brien was asked Wednesday how he would respond to the criticism of the offense and play-calling. 2 min read. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. I think I want to be coached harder, Jones said at the conclusion of his second year as the teams starting quarterback. All the things that Billy has accomplished and achieved since then havent surprised me at all. }Customer Service. What he said, SUGAR BOWL:What we saw inside Alabama football's practice Wednesday ahead of the Sugar Bowl. But at the end of the day, the role of any coach is to push you to become the best version of yourself. McDaniels believes the relationship between Patriots quarterback Mac Jones and offensive coordinator Bill OBrien two guys hes worked closely with in the past will be strong and mutually beneficial. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. William James O'Brien (born October 23, 1969), nicknamed The Teapot, is an American football coach who is the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL). From the outset, O'Brien embraced New Englands philosophies. Upon his return to college, he helped develop Bryce Young into a Heisman Trophy winner. Join the conversation today! NEW ORLEANS Alabama football offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien has been a popular recipient of criticism from fans this season and last. Billys worked with a lot of quarterbacks before, and theyve all had success, and hes impacted all of those guys in a positive way, said McDaniels, alluding to OBriens work with. He was also connected to the Nebraska search that ended Saturday with the hiring of Matt Rhule. Johnson had six catches for 93 yards last week and has a favorable matchup ahead of him against the Raiders on Sunday. At the end of the day, weve been very good for most of the season. Such praise from a 13-year veteran -- and 12-time Patriots captain -- is nothing to scoff at. He was on the offensive coaching staff from 2007 through 2011, moving up to offensive coordinator in his final season. Until then, the quarterback will just have to ride the roller coaster that is the NFL offseason. I learned a lot, Gannon said. With O'Brien headed back to the NFL, Saban will be looking for his sixth offensive coordinator in the past eight seasons. We have worked with over 200 organizations world-wide for more . Johnson stayed away from the team until training camp, when he reported for work and started getting some answers. So it was apparent right away how hard he worked, how smart he was, and you could give him a lot of responsibility and he could handle it.. There were times where O'Brien and Brady got into it on the sideline, where Brady showed his passion and O'Brien wasn't afraid to give it right back. According to a league source, the Patriots have sent four assistant coaches to work players through positional drills here at the Scouting Combine: Troy Brown (receivers/returners), Mike . Where are analysts ranking Joey Porter Jr. in mock drafts? From there we went to Charlie Weis, then Bill Muir, then Jim Zorn, then Brian Daboll. Being successful as a coordinator in New England, winning at Penn State, winning in Houston, going down to Alabama and being part of their success there none of that has surprised me.". We work hard to do that. This offense was led, of course, by Tom Brady. O'Brien was Maryland's running backs coach in 2003 and 2004, and then joined the Terrapins' ACC rival, Duke, to be the Blue Devils' offensive coordinator/QBs coach in 2005 and 2006. 247Sports shared way-too-early spring football bowl projections. O'Brien's coaching career started at Brown, where he coached tight ends in 1993 and inside linebackers in 1994. 2 in AP Top 25, Penn State falls back, Kickoff time set for Penn State's road game at Indiana, Loss to Buckeyes drops Penn State in Week 9 USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, Report Card: Grading Penn State's performance vs. Ohio State, Big Ten spring football bowl projections from 247Sports, Penn State a road underdog one last time this season at Northwestern. ". Even if you're not changing the offensive system, you still have to adapt to a different personality. But the Panthers are paying for Rhule to not do a darn thing so Rhule has the luxury of not feeling like he needs to rush right back into anything. The Crimson Tide failed to reach the CFP in 2022, but they defeated Kansas State 45-20 in the Sugar Bowl. Where could Penn State be heading? 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