In the New England Patriots’ return to the Super Bowl after a six-year absence, no return will be bigger than getting defensive coordinator Terrell Williams back on the sidelines. Williams is cancer-free after being diagnosed with prostate cancer early in the season, according to Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald.
Williams, 51, had multiple health scares before stepping away from the team. This will be the first time since September that Williams is back on the sidelines. On September 10, Williams took a leave of absence from the team. Williams also spent time away from the team in May after a medical procedure in March. In August, Williams passed out and was later treated for dehydration.
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In Williams’ absence, linebackers coach Zak Kuhr took over play-calling duties, while defensive assistant Vinny DePalma works with the linebackers.
This was the Williams’ season with the Patriots after spending a year with the Detroit Lions as their defensive line coach and run game coordinator. Williams spent six seasons with the Titans as their assistant head coach and defensive line coach under Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel.
On February 8, the Patriots will be taking on the Seattle Seahawks in the Super Bowl.
