The New England Patriots and Bill Belichick will part ways on Thursday after a remarkable 24-season run, according to league sources.

The team won six Super Bowl titles under Belichick.

Belichick and Patriots owner Robert Kraft spent this week periodically meeting and discussing how each side wanted to proceed. Ultimately, the talks resulted in a mutual decision that left both sides comfortable and at ease.

Belichick, who had one year remaining on his contract, will be allowed to leave the team without the Patriots seeking compensation.