One could surmise that Rees no longer being available only strengthens the possibility of Josh McDaniels returning as the Patriots offensive coordinator. McDaniels is a legendary offensive play-caller with years of experience calling plays in some of the biggest games in NFL history.
Vrabel was recently hired to lead the New England Patriots and one of his first tasks is assembling his staff for the 2025 season. The former Tennessee Titans head coach is taking
New offensive coordinator Tommy Rees had options this offseason but is ultimately happy to remain with the Cleveland Browns
Rees, 32, spent 2024 with the Browns' as a passing game specialist and tight ends coach. Prior to his stop in Cleveland, the former Notre Dame quarterback has coached with Alabama (OC/QBs), Notre Dame (OC/QBs), the San Diego Chargers (OA), and Northwestern (GA). The Browns hold the No. 2 pick in the 2025 NFL draft.
On the Patriots Talk Podcast, Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry discuss who could join Mike Vrabel’s coaching staff as an offensive coordinator.
Vrabel has said he doesn’t have a timeline for the coordinator search, though interviews will likely start in the coming week.
Tommy Rees went from being a ball boy for the Cleveland Browns to running their offense. Cleveland coach Kevin Stefanski hired Rees as his offensive coordinator, promoting him after firing Ken Dorsey following a season in which the Browns went 3-14 and averaged a league-low 15.
One potential candidate won't follow Mike Vrabel to the Patriots after he received a promotion with the Browns.
The Cleveland Browns are promoting tight ends coach and pass game Tommy Rees to offensive coordinator. View the details inside.
Another reported candidate, Browns tight ends coach/pass game specialist Tommy Rees, looks to be off the board. Cleveland promoted Rees to offensive coordinator Tuesday afternoon, following his first and only season with the organization. Vrabel worked with Rees last year, when he served in a hybrid coach/consultant role for the Browns.
The New England Patriots have a new head coach in Mike Vrabel, and now he needs to find an offensive coordinator to continue the development of quarterback Drake Maye