Patriots Likely to Retain Coach Mayo

Despite a challenging season with a 3-12 record, New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo is likely to remain for a second year, as owners Robert and Jonathan Kraft have expressed support for him. They believe Mayo is the future leader of the organization, despite the team's inability to reach the playoffs and its struggles on both offense and defense. Mayo, a former player, was handpicked as Bill Belichick's successor, and his retention is seen as part of a multi-year rebuilding process. While some potential changes in the coaching staff are anticipated, Mayo has managed to maintain the support and morale of his players even amidst setbacks. The Patriots have displayed competitive spirit, notably in a close loss to the Buffalo Bills, suggesting Mayo has not lost the locker room. The final games against strong opponents will be crucial in determining Mayo's continued leadership trajectory.