Part 6/8:
Brady's departure revealed a stark new reality for the Patriots. While he was the unparalleled leader of the team, Brady also masked significant flaws in the franchise’s roster management and draft strategies. Post-Brady, Belichick, who had previously toed a line of strict adherence to discipline and control, has struggled to find success in the same manner, particularly with a lack of potent offensive talent.
The belief is that the issues within the Patriots were not recently created, as Roberts Kraft’s commitment to the franchise hasn’t changed. Rather, it was Brady's leadership and talent that bound the franchise through tough times.