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Patriots OC Josh McDaniels says 'book is closed' on head coaching interviews

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Another year in New England for Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels.

McDaniels says "the book is closed" on him interviewing for other open head coaching jobs and that he is committed to the Patriots moving forward.

During a conference call Tuesday, McDaniels said that he was grateful for the opportunity to interview with Green Bay over the weekend, but that he is "completely focused" on the Patriots and preparing for their divisional playoff matchup with the Chargers. On Monday, Matt LaFleur accepted an offer to become the Packers next coach.

"The book is closed. It’s always a humbling experience to have an opportunity to interview for any position and I am grateful to speak with Green Bay and I’ve appreciated every single one. I’m focused on the Chargers and our season, finishing strong and I’ll be here moving forward."

McDaniels says he has not been in contact with the Cleveland Browns about their head coaching job.

Last March, McDaniels accepted and then turned down an offer to become the head coach of the Indianapolis Colts.

McDaniels is one of Belichick's most-tenured assistants, having served under him for a combined 15 years — 10 as offensive coordinator — over two different stints, beginning in 2001.

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The Patriots will host the Los Angeles Chargers in the divisional round Sunday, Jan. 13 at 1:05 p.m.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.