New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo wasn’t exactly sure why the Patriots didn’t get any deals done ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline. However, he’s also taking more of a long-term view of the situation in New England. They are a rebuilding team looking to get better in the future. That fact isn’t lost on the first-year NFL head coach.

But how much patience will the fans and ownership have for a coach who also is learning on the job? Jerod Mayo is putting that to the test with his Patriots at 2-7 and his decisions costing them games. The Patriots’ 20-17 overtime loss to the Titans ...

Jerod Mayo said there were multiple factors why the Patriots didn't go for two-points at the end of regulation in Tennessee.