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Patriots Captain ‘Definitely’ Sees Head-Coaching Potential In Steve, Brian Belichick

Devin McCourty believes two more Belichicks could one day join the head-coaching ranks.

Bill Belichick’s two sons, Steve and Brian, currently are New England Patriots assistants, coaching outside linebackers and safeties, respectively. McCourty, who’s played directly under both brothers, said they “definitely” have head-coaching potential.

“I think obviously, both of those guys have around football, not only in their last couple of years coaching but all through their lives,” the veteran safety and co-captain said Wednesday in a video conference. “Being on the sideline for some of the biggest games of the year. And both of them are a little different.