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Patriots coach Bill Belichick beaten and then praised by another New England opponent

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — As Bill Belichick finishes up what could be his final month as the New England Patriots coach, he’s drawing some effusive eulogies from the opposing sideline.

Kansas City’s Andy Reid took time out after beating the Patriots 27-17 on Sunday to praise the six-time Super Bowl champion, who trails only Don Shula on the NFL’s career list for coaching victories.

“He’s done an unbelievable job. Best in the business — ever. That’s what you’re talking about,” Reid said after the defending NFL champs beat the team whose dynasty they supplanted. “I don’t question it.