Jerod Mayo has big shoes to fill as he takes over the helm for the New England Patriots after Bill Belichick led the way for nearly a quarter century.
He transitions from his assistant role into setting the tone for a very young New England squad with crucial development as the priority for the 2024 season. Mayo certainly appears to be the right guy for the job. He mixes a younger relatability to players while also calling upon principles he followed under Belichick, both in his coaching and playing career with the Patriots.
As he navigates his first training camp as an NFL head coach, how much has Mayo spoken with his predecessor.