Patriots move with Jerod Mayo shows the coach was on borrowed time before win over Bills
The New England Patriots have made an official decision. After just one season as head coach, the Patriots are parting ways with Jerod Mayo. This came after Mayo and the Patriots defeated the Buffalo Bills in the final game of the regular season, costing them the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. […]
The New England Patriots have made an official decision.
After just one season as head coach, the Patriots are parting ways with Jerod Mayo.
This came after Mayo and the Patriots defeated the Buffalo Bills in the final game of the regular season, costing them the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Here is the full statement from the Patriots:
"After the game today, I informed Jerod Mayo that he will not be returning as the head coach of the New England Patriots in 2025. For me, personally, this was one of the hardest decisions I have ever made. I have known Jerod for 17 years. He earned my respect and admiration as a rookie in 2008 and throughout his career for his play on the field, his leadership in the locker room and the way he conducted himself in our community. When he joined our coaching staff, his leadership was even more evident, as I saw how the players responded to him. When other teams started requesting to interview him, I feared I would lose him and committed to making him our next head coach. Winning our season-opener on the road at Cincinnati only strengthened my convictions.
Unfortunately, the trajectory of our team's performances throughout the season did not ascend as I had hoped. Since buying the team, I have always considered myself and my family as custodians of a public asset. We have tremendous fans who expect and deserve a better product than we have delivered in recent years. I apologize for that. I have given much thought and consideration as to what actions I can take to expedite our return to championship contention and determined this move was the best option at this time.
I am grateful for Jerod's many contributions to the New England Patriots throughout his career and will always be rooting for his success. I appreciate all his hard work and hope the experiences gained will help him in the future, as I still believe he will be a successful head coach in this league. I wish Jerod and his family nothing but success in the future."
It has been a tough season for New England, who finished the season 4-13.
And now, the search for a new head coach begins.
