Bill Belichick says Tom Brady made right decision leaving the Patriots

Bill Belichick spent his NFL career always focused on the next play or the next game. With those days now behind him, it's about reflecting on the past. The former New England Patriots coach joined Fox News' Sean Hannity on the latest episode of the "Hang Out" podcast , where he spoke about a variety of topics from his Hall of Fame snub to Tom Brady's decision to join the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and everything in between.

The coach's NFL days are long gone at this point. He departed the Patriots organization after the 2023 season, officially leaving the post in Jan. 2024 in what was framed as a mutual decision with team owner Robert Kraft.

MORE: Tom Brady talks failure, comebacks, Bill Belichick in commencement speech It has been an up-and-down journey for Belichick in the years since. The current North Carolina Tar Heels football head coach has been in the news for his move to the college ranks and his personal relationships. Belichick was back on the NFL radar this offseason after news surfaced that he wouldn't be part of the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class – something that left many in disbelief .

The coach had always been known for keeping things close to the vest, or hoodie in this case. Now he's peeling back the curtain and speaking his mind. Here's a look at some of the highlights from Belichick's discussion with Hannity.