The Carolina Panthers won't get a chance to interview Jerod Mayo.
The New England Patriots linebackers coach has informed the Panthers he isn't going to be interviewing for their open head coach job, NBC Sports Boston's Phil Perry reported Saturday.
Mayo also recently turned down an opportunity to interview with the Cleveland Browns for their open defensive coordinator role.
The Patriots released a statement Thursday night saying they have "begun contract extension discussions with Jerod Mayo that would keep him with the team long-term.