Patriots plan to retain Ben McAdoo for 2025 season

The New England Patriots are retaining Ben McAdoo as part of their coaching staff for the 2025 season under new head coach Mike Vrabel. McAdoo, who served as a senior offensive assistant in 2024, is one of the few holdovers from the previous staff, joining special teams coordinators Jeremy Springer and Tom Quinn. His experience includes roles as head coach of the New York Giants and as an offensive coordinator with the Panthers, Cowboys, and Jaguars. During his first year with the Patriots, McAdoo contributed to quarterback development and third-down offensive strategies, although his specific role for 2025 remains unclear. The retention of McAdoo adds valuable head-coaching experience to a staff that now includes multiple former head coaches, which could enhance the team's strategic depth moving forward. As the Patriots aim to improve on their 2024 performance, McAdoo's presence is expected to aid in the development of key offensive positions, particularly quarterback Drake Maye.