Former Chicago Bears head coach Thomas Brown is joining the staff of New England Patriots next head coach Mike Vrabel.

After a 5-12, last-place season that included 10 consecutive losses and the in-season firings of coach Matt Eberflus and offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, the Chicago Bears embarked on a wide-ranging search to hire the franchise’s next head coach.

On Monday, Vrabel made a number of key hires to add some experience and pedigree to his coaching staff. Former Buffalo Bills and Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Marrone is joining Vrabel's staff, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Marrone most recently served as the offensive line coach for the New Orleans Saints in 2023.

Former Chicago Bears interim coach Thomas Brown has a new home. According to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, Brown is joining the New England Patriots coaching sta

The Patriots did not hire Thomas Brown to be their offensive coordinator, but are reportedly looking to add the former Bears interim head coach to Josh McDaniels' staff.

Brian Belichick would likely have an open invitation to join his father's staff at the University of North Carolina.

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According to multiple media reports, the New England Patriots are reportedly hiring Chicago Bears interim head coach Thomas Brown as their new passing game coordinator/tight ends coach.