After a whirlwind of controversy following his awkward CBS interview, legendary NFL coach Bill Belichick has resurfaced—this time without his much younger girlfriend Jordon Hudson anywhere in sight.
The 73-year-old coaching icon made a public appearance this week in New York, and the absence of Hudson wasn’t the only thing that raised eyebrows.
Turning the Page at NYU with a PR Expert, Not a Partner
Belichick was at New York University promoting his new book The Art of Winning:
Lessons from My Life in Football, but instead of arriving with Hudson, 24, he showed up alongside Brandon Faber, the former VP of communications for the Chicago Bears.
That quiet change in company has insiders whispering that Hudson’s grip on Belichick may be loosening.
“Cooler heads may be starting to prevail,” one source told Page Six, suggesting Belichick is rethinking how heavily Hudson factors into his public life.
A Stark Contrast to the CBS Debacle
This solo book event couldn’t have been more different from his now-infamous CBS interview, which spiraled into chaos when Hudson interrupted the conversation just as the topic of their relationship came up.
That moment, caught on camera, sparked widespread backlash—from fans to former players—leaving many questioning Belichick’s judgment.
But at NYU, the vibe was far more composed. Belichick wore a classic suit, a far cry from the hole-riddled sweater he donned during his awkward CBS segment.
Questions were pre-submitted by the audience, preventing any unscripted drama.
No Sign of Jordon in the Crowd
Although there was speculation Hudson might be in the audience, there was no confirmed sighting of her at the NYU event.
One attendee told sports radio host Zach Gelb there was “no sign of Jordon Hudson being there yet,” reinforcing the sense that Belichick might be intentionally drawing boundaries.
A Shift in Strategy as Belichick Refocuses on Football
Belichick sounded much more like his old self—relaxed and sharp as he spoke about the sport he loves.
Now out of his long-held role with the New England Patriots, he’s setting his sights on a new chapter: coaching at the college level with the University of North Carolina.
But even that move hasn’t been drama-free. Reports suggest Hudson’s push to appear in HBO’s Hard Knocks documentary series created tension behind the scenes in Chapel Hill, potentially interfering with filming plans.
Belichick Fires Back at CBS After Interview Fallout
Belichick didn’t hold back when addressing the fallout from the CBS interview.
He accused the network of cherry-picking clips and steering the conversation away from his book, despite his repeated requests to stay focused.
“I told the reporter and producers several times that I wanted to keep the discussion about the book,” he said, explaining that Hudson only stepped in to help redirect the interview—not to take control.
CBS hit back quickly, denying those claims. “There were no preconditions or limitations,” the network said.
“That was confirmed multiple times with his publisher before and after the interview.”
Relationship Still Going, But Signs Point to Distance
Despite the rising tensions and growing scrutiny, Belichick and Hudson were seen dining together recently at a high-end hotel in Manhattan.
However, they remained tight-lipped when asked about the CBS debacle, giving no insight into how the backlash has affected their relationship.
Still, with Belichick now leaning on PR experts and appearing solo at major events, it looks like he might be trying to regain control—not just over his image, but over his personal life, too.