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Patriots Fire DC Terrell Williams After 21–14 Loss to Steelers Amid Defensive Struggles

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Foxborough, MA – September 22, 2025

The New England Patriots have parted ways with defensive coordinator Terrell Williams following Sunday’s 21–14 defeat to the Pittsburgh Steelers, a move that comes amid growing concerns about the team’s underperforming defense.

Williams, who had stepped away temporarily starting September 10 due to personal issues unrelated to health, returned to the sideline only to oversee a third straight loss. The Patriots defense, already ranked near the bottom of the league after a Week 1 collapse against the Las Vegas Raiders, once again faltered — allowing multiple deep completions and failing to contain Pittsburgh’s passing attack.

In Williams’ absence earlier in the season, inside linebackers coach Zak Kuhr handled defensive play-calling duties. Team sources indicate Kuhr will continue in that role on an interim basis while New England evaluates longer-term options.

Patriots officials cited both performance and health-related concerns in explaining the decision. Opponents are averaging nearly 29 points per game across the first three weeks, fueling pressure inside the organization for a swift change.

“We appreciate everything Terrell has done for our team, but at this time, we felt it was necessary to move in a different direction,” one Patriots executive said Monday. “We have high expectations on defense, and accountability comes with that standard.”

The firing marks the latest shake-up for a Patriots team trying to rebuild its defensive identity in the post-Belichick era. For Williams, his short-lived tenure ends with frustration, as inconsistency and a poor start ultimately cost him his position.

 

Chiefs Linked To Saints Super Star With 5x Pro Bowl & 2x All-Pro in Blockbuster Trade, Per Source
Kansas City, MO — According to a circulating on X (Twitter), the Kansas City Chiefs have been “linked” to Alvin Kamara—the New Orleans Saints superstar, five-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro—as a potential target ahead of the trade deadline. The speculation has heated up as various outlets have also floated Kamara as a logical “fit” should the Chiefs look to add a versatile, late-season playmaker on offense. At 30, Kamara is a rare dual-threat RB who excels as both a runner and receiver. He tied the NFL single-game record with six rushing touchdowns (Christmas Day 2020 vs. the Vikings), and he has recently been recognized as the Saints’ all-time leader in rushing yards. Across his career: 5× Pro Bowl, 2× Second-Team All-Pro, and a skill set tailor-made for Andy Reid’s motion/spacing concepts—screens, angle/choice routes, safe check-downs, and short play-action. Tactically, if a move ever materialized, Kamara would immediately put stress on short-to-intermediate coverages, force defenses to roll a safety, and give Kansas City intriguing two-back looks alongside Isiah Pacheco on 3rd-and-medium and in the red zone. In this hypothetical scenario, Kamara voices a desire for a fresh challenge after hitting so many personal milestones in New Orleans: “I’ve achieved just about everything with the Saints, and I want a new challenge for myself. What could be better than a team competing directly for a Super Bowl? Just thinking about wearing Red and Gold really excites me.” Source: @nflrums X As of now, there has been no official confirmation from the Chiefs or the Saints regarding any talks. Still, Kamara’s résumé and toolbox explain why his name is quickly paired with Kansas City whenever rumors of an offensive upgrade surface. With 5× Pro Bowls, 2× All-Pro honors, and a proven knack for tilting games as both a runner and receiver, even a whisper on social media is enough to make Chiefs Kingdom perk up.