There is no better time for this move to happen than right now: Dont’a Hightower, who earned himself the nickname “Mr. February” due to his game-changing plays in three Super Bowls, has returned to the New England Patriots. As his agency announced on Friday, the 33-year-old will become the team’s next linebackers coach.
Hightower’s return to New England is big news given his history with the organization. What exactly does it mean for the Patriots, though?
Let’s take a big-picture look at the high-profile acquisition.
Hightower brings an impressive résumé to the table
Coaching linebackers in New England will be a new experience for Hightower, who only last year put an official end to his playing career.