My guess is yes. I believe it is his parting gift to Kraft, and in return, the new contract he signed will pay him handsomely when he is gone. The fair weather Patriot fans would destroy a new coach if he was bad enough to get a top 5 draft pick, but for the most part, they have to be patient with Belicheck, because of his past success. They will get a high draft pick (QB) and new coach for a fresh start next season, and Bill rides off into the sunset, to spend his new found money.
Now I just hope they miss on the QB, and suck for the next decade or so...