It is a big if .

A series of ifs , actually.

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Ultimately, though, it boils down to this: There's reason to believe Josh McDaniels would pursue a head coaching gig if an opportunity presents itself with a stable organization.

"I love living in New England. That's the short of it," McDaniels responded last week when asked if he would be content with coaching Drake Maye for the remainder of his career. "I just try to focus on now, really enjoying coaching for Mike (Vrabel). ...That would be surprising if I moved my kids out of Westwood."

Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer joined Patriots Pregame Live ahead of New England's 25-19 victory against the Saints and weighed in on what he's heard about McDaniels' c

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