New England Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt, right, stands with head coach Jerod Mayo during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer) AP FOXBOROUGH – Alex Van Pelt would like to return to the Patriots next season.

We know changes are coming to the New England Patriots' roster over the next few months. The franchise doesn't have a choice after an awful 2024 NFL season that has resulted in a 3-13 record entering the Week 18 finale on Sunday versus the Buffalo Bills.

Offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt, who was let go by the Cleveland Browns at the end of last season, knows that is part of the business. But if given the opportunity, the coordinator hopes to return next season.

In fact, team owner Robert Kraft and his son, team president Jonathan Kraft, were recently spotted criticizing the offensive play calling, a clear indication that the OC could be on the hot seat. At the very least, the Patriots are expected to make some changes to their offensive staff, per Fowler.

New England Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt was asked about coach Jerod Mayo’s post-game comments after the Week 15 loss to the Arizona Cardinals.

How will the Patriots divide up quarterback reps against the Bills? Alex Van Pelt shared a notable update involving Drake Maye and Joe Milton.

The job security of offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt remains one of the Patriots’ biggest offseason questions. Van Pelt has received recent support from Maye, tight end Hunter Henry and running back Antonio Gibson,