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Breaking: Alabama OC Bill O’Brien hired to New England Patriots

by
Stephen M. Smith
January 24, 2023

Bill O'Brien giving signals to Alabama quarterbacks during spring practice for Alabama in 2021

Photo by Kent Gidley of Alabama Athletics

Bill O’Brien is heading back to the National Football League.

After two seasons as Alabama’s offensive coordinator, O’Brien has been hired by the New England Patriots. ESPN’s Adam Schefter broke the story Tuesday morning. O’Brien was an offensive assistant for the Patriots from 2007 to 2011.

O’Brien helped the Crimson Tide to an SEC Championship in 2021 and assisted Bryce Young to become the first Alabama quarterback to win the Heisman Trophy.

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Stephen M. Smith is the managing editor and senior writer for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. You can “like” him on Facebook or “follow” him on Twitter, via @CoachingMSmith.

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Stephen Smith is a 2015 graduate of the University of Alabama. He is a senior writer and reporter for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. He has covered Alabama football for 15 years and his knowledge and coverage of the Crimson Tide's program have made him among the most respected journalist in his field. Smith has been featured on ESPN and several other marquee outlets as an analyst.