The debut episode of "Rabil's Places," a new ESPN+ show featuring retired lacrosse star Paul Rabil, reveals Bill Belichick's continued interest in recruiting athletes from different sports. In an interview that showcases their camaraderie, Rabil shared an email exchange from 2008 where Belichick invited him to try out for the Patriots. The conversation highlights Belichick's innovative approach to building his team and showcases his unorthodox methods in identifying athletic talent beyond traditional football backgrounds.
"I think you're trying to steal lacrosse players to play football. How else would you explain this?" Rabil said to Belichick before dramatically revealing what he said was the printout of an email exchange.
"You said you could be a receiver," Belichick said. "You're definitely enough of a diva for that."
In a newly launched ESPN+ show about lacrosse-which centers on the travels of retired lacrosse star Paul Rabil-another of Belichick's recruiting pitches was (further) revealed.
In 2008, Belichick exchanged emails with Rabil about potentially making the switch to football.
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