we can't hire a coach that won't be able to work for a month or so.
As a Pats fan, I agree 100%.As a Pats fan, living in Boston, I can tell you that people here are VERY mixed on Patricia. Belichick loves him, and he seems like a bright coach. But any Pats fan will tell you that Belichick has basically been the DC since mid-season. He's been a lot more active with in-game defensive adjustments, and many feel that is due to Patricia being inexperienced.
It's a good thought...but I would pass. Just not ready to be a HC. Maybe in 2-3 years he will be.