The New England Patriots made an unusual announcement regarding their coaching staff on Thursday.
In a press release, the team announced it has started contract extension negotiations with linebackers coach Jerod Mayo that would keep him in New England long-term. The Patriots also will begin their search for a new offensive coordinator next week.
You don't see that kind of announcement often from any NFL team, especially the Patriots.
Mayo has served as the linebackers coach in Foxboro since 2019. Both the Cleveland Browns and Carolina Panthers reportedly have requested to interview him for their defensive coordinator and head coach vacancies, respectively.