Josh McDaniels returns to New England Patriots as offensive coordinator

The New England Patriots have officially hired Josh McDaniels as their offensive coordinator for a third tenure under head coach Mike Vrabel. McDaniels previously served as the Patriots' offensive coordinator during two separate stints, contributing to six Super Bowl victories, but faced challenges as head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, where he was fired midway through the 2023 season after a 9-16 record. The return of McDaniels comes at a crucial time for the Patriots, who finished last in the AFC East with only four wins in 2024 and are looking to improve their offensive performance, which ranked poorly last season. Players, including wide receiver Kendrick Bourne, have expressed excitement about McDaniels' return, hoping to build on previous successes under his guidance. With a high draft pick and significant cap space available, the Patriots are poised to make strategic moves to enhance their roster. The Raiders, meanwhile, continue their search for a new head coach following McDaniels' departure.