If everything I have read this year is even semi accurate, then for the first time in the whole Patties dynasty there are real problems behind the scenes.
From what I have read, Billy wanted to keep Jimmy G and move Brady either to the 9ers this year or in the off-season. Kraft blocked it and traded Jimmy. Now, Brady isn't pleased his longtime coach wanted to move on from him, Billy is upset that Kraft overruled him. Add into that the obvious contempt between McDaniels and Brady....I think the end is closer then anyone imagines.
I for one wouldn't be shocked if a guy like McDaniels is creating waves behind the scenes as well hoping to take over when the Patties and Belichick eventually part ways. Has to be a reason he keeps pulling his name from coaching vacancies.
I think they hold it together this season, make another Super Bowl. I don't believe they win it, then everything unravels.