Things could be heating up for the New England Patriots’ coaching staff with only three games left on the regular season schedule. If the team continues to implode down the stretch, it could force drastic changes, including the possibility of a new offensive play-caller.

FOXBOROUGH — Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt said Thursday his door is “always open” should Robert and Jonathan Kraft want to discuss any of his play-calling decisions this season.

New England Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt admitted he is lessening designed quarterback run plays for Drake Maye because of the team's 3-11 record. When speaking with media members, via Patriots.

New England Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt took no offense to Jerod Mayo's critical comments on Sunday, and even shed some light on why Drake Maye isn't running more.

Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt said he hasn't met with the Krafts since they were shown on TV seemingly criticizing his play-calling but "my door is always open."

One of the lasting images from the game was the viral video of owner Robert Kraft and team president Jonathan Kraft watching Van Pelt’s offense implode. Jonathan looked especially frustrated at the team, and at one point, it looked like he mouthed, “The play-calling is terrible.”

The decision of Alex Van Pelt to withhold certain plays for Drake Maye is not a great look for a coach in the hot seat.