And today was no different. for me this is a day of gratitude and celebration. reporter: following a dismal season, belichick and the patriots are parting ways after a 24-year span that included deflate gate. he may show up on another sideline. it will be difficult to see him in a cutoff hoodie on the sideline, but i will always continue to wish him continued success, except when he is playing our beloved patriots. reporter: brady calling belichick the best coach in nfl history, adding i could never have been the player i was without you, coach belichick. i am forever grateful. belichick s departure just the week s latest major audible. alabama coach nick saban stunned college football fans wednesday, retiring after more than three decades on the sidelines. saban winning seven national titles. the icon writing, the goal was always to help players create more value for their