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Robert Kraft Says Patriots Will Commission Bill Belichick Statue Next to Tom Brady’s After He Retires

Kraft described the plan as a long‑planned recognition of Belichick’s role in the Patriots dynasty.

FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 11: Owner Robert Kraft (L) hugs head coach Bill Belichick (R) of the New England Patriots during a press conference at Gillette Stadium on January 11, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Belichick announced he is stepping down as head coach after 24 seasons with the team.
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Patriot Hall of Famer Tom Brady stands with Robert Kraft during a statue unveiling before a game against the Washington Commanders at Gillette Stadium

Overview

  • Kraft told WBZ-TV he intends to sit down with Belichick once his coaching career ends to create a statue placed beside Brady’s at Gillette Stadium.
  • Brady’s 12-foot bronze statue was unveiled at the stadium in August, prompting questions about a similar honor for his former coach.
  • Belichick is coaching North Carolina this season and opened his college tenure with a lopsided loss to TCU.
  • The announcement arrives after a publicly strained period between Kraft and Belichick, including Kraft’s past remark that he “fired” the coach.
  • Belichick led New England for 24 seasons with a 266-121 record, nine Super Bowl appearances and six championships, which Kraft cited as the basis for the tribute.