New England Patriots Coach Blasts NFL’s ‘Frustrating’ Hiring Process

New England Patriots Coach Blasts NFL’s ‘Frustrating’ Hiring Process

Thomas Brown, the New England Patriots passing game coordinator and tight ends coach, has heard the NFL’s explanation before.Teams say they hire the most qualified candidate.But when the league’s lack of Black head coaches comes up, questions often turn toward the number of candidates moving through the coaching pipeline.“It’s a very complex conversation, something that has been a consistent dialogue almost every single year. To say it’s frustra…

Patriots notebook: One-on-one with assistant coach Thomas Brown

Brown returns to New England as an offensive assistant after multiple head coach interviews.

NFL Blasted Over Shocking Black Head Coach Trend

Mike Tonlin (Photo Via Imagn Images) The NFL’s latest round of head coaching hires has started another debate about diversity. All 10 teams that changed head coaches for the 2025-26 season ended up hiring non-Black coaches, leading many to question whether the league is making enough progress in creating more opportunities for Black candidates. Several teams chose experienced coaches instead of making new hires. One of the biggest moves saw Mike…

Patriots assistant Thomas Brown says it's frustrating NFL hired no new Black head coaches - RAW CHILI

Ten NFL teams hired new head coaches this year. None of those coaches are Black. Patriots passing game coordinator/tight ends coach Thomas Brown is one of the

Thomas Brown reflects on NFL journey, coaching role and diversity concerns

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Thomas Brown returns to New England as the Patriots’ passing game coordinator and tight ends coach, beginning his second season working closely with coordinator Josh McDaniels. The 40-year-old will work most directly with veteran tight end Hunter Henry and 2026 third-round pick Eli Raridon of Notre Dame. Brown used his spotlight to […] The post Thomas Brown reflects on NFL journey, coaching role and diversity concerns appeare…