The last few days have been filled with discussions surrounding veteran head coaches in football at both the professional and collegiate levels. The Kansas City Chiefs have heard the commotion over the last few seasons regarding their head coach, Andy Reid, possibly calling it quits soon as well.
Reid spoke to the media on Thursday about the recent moves from the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks to move on from longtime coaches Pete Carroll and Bill Belichick.
“Those are two great coaches. I mentioned after our game, Bill’s the best I’ve ever gone against,” Reid said. “I don’t know if they’re done coaching or not. They’re done at their particular spots but great coaches, phenomenal coaches.”
Alabama’s Nick Saban is reportedly expected to announce his retirement, leading Reid to address his status again at the podium.
“I haven’t even thought about that,” Reid continued. “I figured that would come up as you were asking me these questions (Belichick, Saban, and Carroll) because I’m old, but I’m not that old.”
The 68-year-old Reid is currently the oldest employed head coach in the league. He may not have the title for long since there hasn’t been an official retirement from Belichick, who could be actively courted for his next job.
