Josh McDaniels is reportedly returning to the New England Patriots for a third stint as offensive coordinator. NFL insider Kirk Minihane reported the news everyone expected to come at some point, even though coach Mike Vrabel said he’d consider multiple candidates for the job.

NFL insider Adam Schefter said on WEEI that just because Josh McDaniels had failures as a coach doesn’t mean they will carry over in his return to the Patriots as OC.

The Patriots are reportedly expected to hire Josh McDaniels as the offensive coordinator on Mike Vrabel's staff. Here's what to know.

Mike Vrabel is reportedly set to hire Josh McDaniels as a the Patriots offensive coordinator, making one of his biggest decisions as head coach in New England.

Josh McDaniels is headed back to New England for a third stint as the Patriots' offensive coordinator. Here's why the Patriots hired him:

The New England Patriots are bringing back Josh McDaniels, as the former OC is returning to the team to coach.

New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel has filled out his staff, hiring longtime Bill Belichick assistant Josh McDaniels as offensive coordinator.

McDaniels agreed Tuesday night to become the Patriots’ offensive coordinator again, a source confirmed to the Globe. It’s the same role McDaniels had from 2006-08 and 2012-21, when he was essentially the “head coach” of the offense for Bill Belichick and was a crucial piece of the dynasty.

Mike Vrabel has hired Josh McDaniels and Terrell Williams to be his top coordinators, while the Patriots have retained Jeremy Springer to lead special teams.

The Patriots announced that McDaniels has been hired as the offensive coordinator on new head coach Mike Vrabel's staff on Wednesday. It is the third time that McDaniel has served in the role as he had two stints working for Bill Belichick and was part of six Super Bowl winners in New England.

Josh McDaniels is back for a third run as the New England Patriots' offensive coordinator, but this time alongside Mike Vrabel and Drake Maye.