Bill Belichick has remained in headlines often outside the sidelines. Over the past two years, most of the public attention has bordered on his relationship with Jordon Hudson. The 73-year-old NFL head coach and the 24-year-old former college cheerleader first drew public interest after their romance became official in June 2024.
Since then, every joint appearance – including his recent with a noticeably new hairstyle – has fueled debate and curiosity. His new look has quickly gone viral, as multiple fans send their wonderment online.
NFL Fans React to Belichick’s New Look After Viral Game Appearance with Jordon Hudson
Feb 6, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Feb 6, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
During the NFL game, Belichick wore a simple outfit, a dark short-sleeve zip-up over a blue shirt. However, his grooming told a different story as he appears to be growing longer hair, compared to the tight, cropped style that fans knew from his days with the New England Patriots.
His longer hair gave the septuagenarian a more relaxed, almost off-work look as he greeted people and moved through the seating arena. Walking by him was Hudson, dressed in all black and wearing sunglasses to complete her look.
Their relationship has stayed under the microscope. Reports claim they first met in February 2021 on a flight from the Boston area to Florida. The duo was later seen together in January 2023, months before news of their romance surfaced publicly.
Hudson was a former Bridgewater State University cheerleader and 2021 NCA Collegiate Champion. She has publicly supported Belichick at several major events, including NFL Honors in February 2025 and public outings tied to his coaching career.
As Belichick’s new look goes viral, many fans have poured in their reactions. One fanclaims,“He likes to have his hair pulled”. Anotheradded,“Just Like Brady went Euro look when dating Gizelle”.
He likes to have his hair pulled
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A third respondentretorts at the online rave,“HE CAN DO WHATEVER HE WANTS HE IS A ADULT”. Another userargues for the return of football: “When this is worth posting you know we need football back BADLY”.
Yet, the amazement never stopped, as another userresponds,“Never thought we’d see the day… the man’s legendary on the field AND now making headlines off it too!”
The duo have duly dealt with public scrutiny regarding thier age gap. In April 2025, during a CBS Sunday Morning interview, Hudson firmly shut down any personal questions about her relationship, while Belichick later defended her by saying he had asked for the interview to focus on his book. At this point, whatever Belichick and his partner choose to do, they can be sure that many NFL fans are right behind cheering them on.