‘I didn’t do a good enough job’ – Patriots OC admits failure on his part for the Super Bowl loss against Seahawks
The New England Patriots had a complete turnaround last season, as they finished 14-3 in the regular season before making it to the Super Bowl. A huge part of this change was Josh McDaniels, who took over as the offensive coordinator in January 2025.
New England Patriots’ offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels admitted during a recent interview that he failed to lead his team to victory in the Super Bowl against the Seattle Seahawks. The Patriots had a remarkable turnaround last season, finishing the regular season with a 14-3 record and advancing to the big game. However, the offense struggled in the playoffs, ranking 30th in points scored per game, compared to their 30th-place ranking in 2024.
Despite improvements, the team faced challenges in the postseason, particularly in the game against the Seahawks. Quarterback Drake Maye threw for 295 yards but was sacked six times, leading to a QBR rating of just 16.3. McDaniels acknowledged his responsibility for the loss, attributing the Patriots’ shortcomings to their inability to prevent the Seahawks’ pass rush.
The coach emphasized that the team has learned valuable lessons, but the focus now is on improving for the upcoming season. McDaniels highlighted the importance of addressing pass protection issues and the need for the team to limit certain vulnerabilities that the Seahawks exploited last year. With a new year and additional players on the roster, McDaniels expressed optimism about the Patriots' chances, indicating that the team will approach Week 1 with renewed determination.
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