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A key topic in the discussion was the complexities of play-calling and organizational structure. Belichick acknowledged that calling plays as a head coach while managing the larger scope of the team is seldom easy. He pointed out the importance of having a strong staff without compromising on play-calling duties. “You need somebody really strong in other areas,” he advised, referring to the need for solid defensive and special teams coordinators to lift some of the burden from the head coach.
He pointed to great examples like Andy Reid, who has a robust coaching staff, highlighting that effective team management requires a unified vision across all levels.