Hoyer and Johnson: Patriots players defending Mayo speaks volumes

New England: The Patriots are having a rough season, and folks are starting to wonder if Jerod Mayo will stick around as head coach. With the team’s record at 3-12, the chatter about his job security is getting louder.

But here’s the thing: the players are stepping up to defend him. Rookie quarterback Drake Maye really made waves after the recent loss to the Bills, calling out the rumors about Mayo’s job as “some B.S.” He’s backing both Mayo and offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt, which is pretty bold.

Brian Hoyer, a former Patriots quarterback, was impressed by Maye’s willingness to take responsibility for his own performance while still supporting his coaches. He said the team is lucky to have such a talented young player who’s willing to put his reputation on the line for the coaching staff.

Tight end Hunter Henry also chimed in, saying he loves playing for Mayo and Van Pelt. Hoyer pointed out that when veteran players like Davon Godchaux and Jabrill Peppers speak up in support of their coaches, it carries a lot of weight. They believe that if they execute the game plan, they can succeed.

Still, some might wonder if the players are just saying nice things to avoid drama. With the team struggling, it’s natural to question if they really feel that way behind closed doors. Former linebacker Ted Johnson, who knows a thing or two about tough seasons, insists we should trust what the players say.

He noted that when Maye took the blame for turnovers, it showed real accountability. Johnson believes that if players were unhappy with their coaches, they wouldn’t be so vocal in their support.

While postgame comments shouldn’t be the sole factor in decision-making, it’s clear that the players’ feelings about their coaches should matter more than outside noise. The internal dynamics of the team could be more telling than the media’s take on the situation.