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Patriots OC Alex Van Pelt downplays Jerod Mayo’s ‘You said it’ comment, willing to speak with Krafts following recent criticism

Alex Van Pelt’s play-calling seemingly came under fire by a pair of the most important people in the Patriots’ organization during and following their loss to the Cardinals on Thursday.

Instead of harshly responding to Jonathan Kraft’s and Jerod Mayo’s comments though, the Patriots’ offensive coordinator took the high road when he met with reporters for the first time since Sunday’s loss.

“I understand [Jonathan Kraft’s] frustration,” Van Pelt said. “There is nothing that is not frustrating about losing. I think we’re all frustrated. It comes at multiple levels. When you have three wins, those things can happen.