The New England Patriots, in swift succession to the appointment of offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt on Thursday, are reportedly already in the process of assembling his coaching staff, with their sights set on a specific individual.
According to information from ESPN’s Mike Reiss, the Patriots are actively pursuing Andy Dickerson, formerly associated with the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams, to assume the role of their next offensive line coach. At 42 years old, Dickerson has an established history, having spent two seasons (2005-2006) in the operations department with the Patriots before embarking on a successful coaching career. His most recent role with the Seahawks involved serving as their running game coordinator, a position in which he played a pivotal role in the development of two rookie tackles, Charles Cross and Abraham Lucas, who emerged as starters in their debut season.
The Patriots are evidently seeking Dickerson’s specialized coaching expertise, and his experience aligns with the specific needs of the team. The Tufts graduate had previously interviewed for the offensive coordinator position with the Cleveland Browns following Van Pelt’s departure. This proactive approach to building the coaching staff underscores the Patriots’ commitment to swiftly and strategically fortify their team for the upcoming season.
