The New England Patriots fired coach Jerod Mayo on Sunday shortly after the team completed a 4-13 season.
Mayo, 38, was in his first season on the job after replacing legendary Bill Belichick after last season.
The move was made after the Patriots defeated the Buffalo Bills 23-16 to halt a six-game losing streak.
"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," Patriots owner Robert Kraft said in a statement. "For me, personally, this was one of the hardest decisions I have ever made.