The Patriots offense finished 26th in the league in yards per game and 17th in points per game with co-offensive coordinators Matt Patricia and Joe Judge. Hiring O'Brien to fix the offense gives Belichick a trusted mind that can get the most out of third-year quarterback Mac Jones.
Armstrong became the youngest defensive coordinator in the nation two years. He orchestrated a defense that finished in the Top 10 in first downs allowed, fumbles recovered, red zone defense and defensive touchdowns in 2021.
That sets up the next edition of the "Roll Tide Rumor Mill" - Who will be selected to replace Pete Golding as defensive coordinator and restore the Bama defense to his dominant standards?
While many Bama fans maybe nervous with the changes ahead, as long as Saban is in charge you can count on him to make the best choices for the program.
Get the 2023 season started on the right foot by coming to Bryant-Denny Stadium and celebrating the start of Saban's 17th season with the Alabama faithful.