Patriots Newcomer Assisting With Playcalling Duties

New England Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams has been absent from the team's recent offseason activities after stepping aside to take care of his health. While Williams remains in constant communication with the Patriots and their coaching staff, inside linebackers coach Zak Kuhr has taken over Williams' duties in person at the Patriots' practice facility.

Kuhr is not just new to the responsibilities that fall under the umbrella of an NFL defensive coordinator – he is also new to the Patriots organization, as he worked as a defensive assistant with the New York Giants last season. In his brief time with the Patriots, Kuhr has been impressed with the team's veterans and how…