Reports have emerged about Jerod Mayo's coaching tactics during his lone season leading the New England Patriots. It appears Mayo may have pushed the envelope in trying to carve out a unique identity and philosophy distinct from that of his predecessor, Bill Belichick.
Jerod Mayo's challenges in his first year as a head coach for the Patriots
According to team insiders, before being fired, Jerod Mayo faced challenges in managing discipline and enforcing it effectively. While he was undoubtedly a player’s coach during his time in New England, The Athletic's Chad Graff noted on Wednesday that Mayo may have lost sight of his primary responsibility as head coach.