Jerod Mayo, in his first season as head coach of the New England Patriots, expressed disappointment in the team's performance, labeling them as 'soft' following a 32-16 loss to the Jaguars. Despite the team's struggles, Mayo believes in the players' potential to improve through hard work. The Patriots have faced significant challenges, including injuries and a lack of effectiveness on both offense and defense, leading to a six-game losing streak. Rookie quarterback Drake Maye has shown promise, providing a glimmer of hope amidst the team's difficulties.

• Jerod Mayo believes the Patriots can turn their season around despite recent struggles.
• The team has been unable to stop the run, averaging 167.4 rushing yards allowed over the last five games.
• Rookie quarterback Drake Maye has been a bright spot, showing strong performance in tough circumstances.