(Each day over the next few weeks, during our pre-training camp vacation, ESPNBoston.com will highlight one behind-the-scenes Patriots employee and their role with the club.)
NAME: Matt Caracciolo
TITLE: Director of Football Operations
YEARS WITH PATRIOTS: 6 (2005-present)
YEARS IN NFL: 8
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE: New England Patriots, Football Operations Assistant (2005); Miami Dolphins, Scouting Intern (2003-04); Syracuse University, Operations Graduate Assistant (2001-03)
EDUCATION: Ithaca College (Bachelor’s); Syracuse University (Master’s)
ROLE: Handles the logistical coordination of the team’s football operations, including team travel and training camp operations, as well as various day-to-day logistical needs of players and staff.
HOMETOWN: Oceanside, NY