That's what author David Halberstam called Ernie Adams. A longtime friend of the Patriots head coach, Adams is Belichick's stat guru in the shadows. A great article from ESPN Magazine spotlights one of the most enigmatic men in pro football. Adams, who is described as a brilliant but quiet analyst, could be the real brains behind the Patriots' dynasty. The spirit of the piece is captured by Patriots tackle Matt Light, "I'm not sure what Ernie does, but I'm sure whatever it is, he's good at it."
A similar article on Adams from the Boston Globe here.
Belichick's Belichick
published on 2/12/2008
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