Two former New England Patriots Super Bowl winners named popular play-caller Josh McDaniels as the ideal replacement for OC Alex Van Pelt.

The New England Patriots made headlines on Sunday afternoon after making a shocking decision. New England shockingly decided to fire Jerod Mayo, the team’s hand-picked successor to Bill Belichick, after only one season.

The long-time Patriots coach said that it was Robert Kraft’s decision to oust his successor, but once again pointed to a Jonathan Kraft and Robyn Glaser having the owner’s ear. Belichick then added that he believed a “shared vision” was key to his success in New England, but said it evaporated during his final four seasons.

New England Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt had an honest assessment of his coaching job when speaking with media members.

After Bill Belichick led the New England Patriots for 24 straight seasons through the conclusion of last year's campaign, the franchise will be moving onto thei

Bill Belichick stuck to his usual milquetoast ... to a 3-14 record this season after making the call to fire Alex Van Pelt and other offensive coaches on Kevin Stefanski’s staff.