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Zak Kuhr has thrived leading Patriots defense after stepping in for an ill Terrell Williams

On Sunday, Zak Kuhr will lead the Patriots' defense as de facto defensive coordinator and play-caller, with the unit allowing just two touchdowns this postseason.
Terrell Williams was diagnosed with prostate cancer and spent much of the 2025 season focusing on treatment, stepping away from daily duties while the Patriots honored him with 'T-Strong' warm-ups and Mike Vrabel wearing a ribbon.
A former college offensive coach, Kuhr rejoined Vrabel's Tennessee Titans staff and earned praise for quickly translating offensive insight into defense, with Vrabel saying `Going back to just having been an offensive coach, watched him work at Ohio State`.
The Patriots' defense finished the regular season as a top-10 unit and powered a 14-3 campaign, including a 16-3 Wild Card win over the Chargers, as Kuhr led the effort. Vrabel praised Kuhr's quick offensive-to-defensive transition, emphasizing his impact on the team's success.
Kuhr said he plans to make Sunday a celebration of what the staff and players have built together, with Terrell Williams declared cancer-free and teammates proud of him.

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