Bill Belichick's girlfriend 48 years his younger, huge net worth and eye-watering NFL fine

NFL coaching titan Bill Belichick is one of the most recognisable figures in the game.

The multiple champion boasts an impressive overall record of 333 wins and 178 losses, and is famously known as the mentor to football superstar . Belichick's illustrious career has seen him lead several franchises to great success on the field.

After assistant coaching roles with the Detroit Lions, Denver Broncos, New York Giants and the Cleveland Browns, Belichick's legend was cemented when he took the reins as the' head coach in 2000. During his tenure at the helm of the Patriots, he set a record that seems unattainable; six Super Bowl triumphs and nine appearances in the esteemed game - the highest in history.

However, he made the shocking from the Patriots this year, dealing a massive blow to the team. With Belichick potentially , or even considering a media role, we delve into his current net worth, explore his personal life and revisit the notorious 'Spygate' scandal.

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Bill Belichick's net worth

Belichick's net worth has been somewhat enigmatic over the years. estimates his value at around the £54million ($70m) mark, however, due to the confidential nature of his contract with the Patriots, the exact figure remains unknown.

Indeed, the annual earnings of the iconic coach were considered one of the best-kept secrets not only within the New England Patriots but across the entire NFL. Whispers suggest his base salary hovered around £9m ($12m), according to .

However, some speculate that this figure could have actually been closer to £19m ($25m), given his role as the unofficial general manager of the Patriots. From the get-go, the specifics of the seasoned coach's contract have been tightly held by the team.

It's known that his initial agreement was for five years, but he inked a two-year extension in 2003 and subsequent deals in 2007, 2013, and 2023. When it comes to his financial worth compared to other coaches, Belichick's salary outshines them all.

Officially reported deals include Chip Kelly during his stint with the San Francisco 49ers, and Ron Rivera with the Carolina Panthers, both bagging £4m ($6m) per year. The scarcity of information regarding Belichick's wealth has even led Forbes magazine to confess its ignorance about the 72-year-old's net worth, although it did in 2012 as £5.7m ($7.5m) per annum. Nonetheless, most commentators and insiders believe he must have been the top-earning head coach in the NFL.

Bill Belichick's girlfriend

After ending his long-term relationship with TV presenter Linda Holliday, Belichick left fans gobsmacked when his romance with 24-year-old Jordon Hudson became public. The unlikely love story began on a flight in 2021, but it wasn't until June this year that it was officially confirmed.

Hudson describes herself as a "glamorous Girl Scout", and she's also a pageant queen and cheerleader. Her cheerleading prowess won her a national championship during her time at Bridgewater State University in Massachusetts.

In terms of her pageant career, she has competed in Miss Maine USA, where she secured the position of first runner-up. When it comes to her income, Hudson is an entrepreneur and serves as an executive director at an exclusive members club, Trouble Club Enterprises - while she's also reportedly involved in Belichick's business ventures.

Belichick has even been seen supporting Hudson's endeavours after he was was spotted cheering her on at a cheerleading competition in Maryland earlier this year. Rumour has it he's also and was even seen perusing around 20 different shops in New York and Los Angeles for an engagement ring.

The couple's relationship has sparked varied reactions due to their significant age gap, with Belichick being 48 years Hudson's senior. Some NFL figures have shared their views, with the pair's romance even getting a mention from New England legend Rob Gronkowski after he ribbed Belichick during .

Bill Belichick's NFL fine

The renowned Patriots boss faced one of the steepest fines ever doled out in NFL history, clocking in at a whopping £385,000 ($500,000) while his team faced a further hit to their wallet with a £192,000 ($250,000) fine for spying on rival defensive signals, as reported by .

It was during the first game week of 2007 that the scandal broke. A camera belonging to Patriots video assistant Matt Estrella was seized while he attempted to film from the New York Jets' sideline amidst the heat of the game.

Ex-Jets coach Eric Mangini had previously warned officials about potential misconduct by the Patriots. Post-match, the Jets lodged an official complaint against the Patriots.

NFL guidelines state: "No video recording devices of any kind are permitted to be in use in the coaches' booth, on the field, or in the locker room during the game."

In wake of the fiasco, NFL chief Roger Goodell stripped the Patriots of their first-round draft pick and condemned the episode severely, stating: "This episode represents a calculated and deliberate attempt to avoid long-standing rules designed to encourage fair play and promote honest competition on the playing field."

Goodell revealed he'd contemplated suspending Belichick but ultimately decided otherwise. He explained his reasoning, stating: "I believe that the discipline I am imposing of a maximum fine and forfeiture of a first-round draft choice, or multiple draft choices, is in fact more significant and long-lasting, and therefore more effective, than a suspension."

Nonetheless, Belichick acknowledged his faults, saying at the time: "I apologise to the Kraft family (Patriot's owners) and every person directly or indirectly associated with the New England Patriots for the embarrassment, distraction and penalty my mistake caused. I also apologise to Patriots fans and would like to thank them for their support during the past few days and throughout my career."

Despite being the toughest sanctions against a head coach at that point in history, the punishment handed down to Belichick was surpassed when Sean Payton of the New Orleans Saints received a suspension for the whole of the 2012 season for their bounty scandal.