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Bill Belichick focused on Jets, but shows brief appreciation for Patriots, fans ahead of possible final game

Bill Belichick could be coaching his final game with the Patriots on Sunday. But before his team took the practice field one last time this season, he didn’t want to focus too much on the potential sentimental aspect of their game against the Jets.

The Patriots coach briefly showed gratitude when asked what it’s meant to him to be in the position he’s been in for the last 24 years before turning his focus back on the Jets.

“I’ve always appreciated the opportunity,” Belichick said. “Just looking forward to Sunday’s game against the Jets. Like I said, just trying to put our best game out there this year.