On: Ask HN: What does a NFL coach do?

If you have HBO, check out an episode or two of the series Hard Knocks. It’s a documentary series that follows one team each year in depth, and you can get a sense for the many responsibilities of the HC.

There are also a few very good specials on Belicheck but he isn’t necessarily the typical HC, he does the GM work and is pretty hands on in all aspects of the team. Regardless it should give you an appreciation for how much work goes into running a team.

I was asking about during a game. I will check out Hard Knocks, thank you for the recommendation.

I have a bad opinion on Belichick and his tactics at the Pats so i am not objective enough to look at any of his stuff. Decorated guy though.