Bill Belichick, 72, mocked for dating a 23-year-old cheerleader by ex-NFL star

Jordan Hudson, the 23-year-old partner of NFL coaching legend Bill Belichick, became the subject of internet humour after she attended a Halloween party dressed as her 72-year-old beau. The jests were led by Ryan Fitzpatrick, a former NFL quarterback turned analyst, who made light of the couple's significant age difference.

Images of Hudson sporting Belichick's signature cutoff hoodie and shorts look, a nod to his distinctive style dating back to his tenure as the New York Giants defensive coordinator in the late 1980s, emerged online.

Her costume was an all-white take on his classic grey ensemble, which became a practical yet often criticised sideline fashion statement during his six Super Bowl victories with the New England Patriots.

With little known about Hudson's personality, NFL fans were delighted to see her sense of humour. Among those joining in was Fitzpatrick, whose quip arguably stole the show.

He posted: "For all you 48-year-old hopeless romantics out there, just think your future person may not even be born yet."

Fans were in a frenzy on social media under his comment, ranging from witty appreciation to sheer astonishment at the glaring age difference. One penned: "This is why you're perfect for Twitter," while another was left pondering: "Not sure how big of an age gap I'd be okay with, but that's not it."

Another added their two cents saying: "In my late 20s, so her parents might not even be born yet," bringing some light-hearted humour to the discussion about age differences.

When confronted on Instagram about her relationship with Belichick, Hudson responded with finesse despite the couple's 48-year age difference, triggering a barrage of judgments from fans until they grasped the true nature of their bond.

Facing interrogation, Hudson simply left a heart on a supportive fan's message, elegantly shutting down the critics insisting she's "of legal age, capable of making her own choices," while implying naysayers were merely "jealous."

Opting for a subtle rather than fiery retort, Hudson demonstrated she is not only at the helm of her life decisions but also impervious to the negativity aimed at her love life.

Belichick and Hudson kicked off their romance in 2023 and have since been seen together on various holiday escapades and excursions. Their romance initially sparked mid-flight and subsequently blossomed, with .