Contrary to discussions all offseason about improving the coaching and offensive skill talent around quarterback Mac Jones, the key to New England's offensive resurgence starts in the trenches.
The Patriots have experienced a brain drain on the offensive coaching staff with the retirement of legendary O-Line coach Dante Scarnecchia following the 2019 season. Then, Scarnecchia's replacement, Carmen Bricillo, followed former offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels to Las Vegas after the 2021 season, leaving the Pats with a void at that post.
After former assistant coach Matt Patricia coached the offensive line last season, the Patriots hope that newly appointed offensive line coach Adrian Klemm will steady the ship.