The New England Patriots are set to kick off the season in just a few weeks against the Kansas City Chiefs, and as defending Super Bowl champs, the spotlight will be directly on the Pats this season as they look to be the first team to repeat as Super Bowl champions since, well, the Patriots in 2003 and 2004.

After an improbable comeback win in Super Bowl LI against the Atlanta Falcons, the Patriots are riding high, especially after offseason acquisitions like wide receiver Brandin Cooks and cornerback Stephon Gilmore were brought in to help bolster an already loaded roster.

But it’s the veterans and the head coach who will be looked upon most to lead the team to success, and one player in particular is ready to get going.

Edelman has been under Belichick’s tutelage since 2009, when he was drafted in the seventh-round out of Kent State. Belichick converted the former collegiate quarterback to wide receiver, and since Wes Welker left for greener pastures in 2013, Edelman has become the guy for Tom Brady. Expect that trend to continue again this season.

Quick side note: a quick Google search reveals that National Hug Your Boss Day is actually on September 15. Looks like Edelman’s a bit early.