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Most fans heading into this season had low expectations when it came to seeing how new Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo would fare in his first season. So far, with the team sitting at 1-4 heading into Sunday’s game against Houston, it certainly hasn’t started out the way he probably hoped.

Things are starting to get ugly locally for Jerod Mayo after five games.

Some quick thoughts coming off of Sunday's loss to the Texans: 1) Strong Showing for Maye – After a tough stretch of watching the Patriots

Some thoughts following a disappointing showing by the New England Patriots in London on Sunday:

Jerod Mayo may be in his first season as head coach for the New England Patriots, but he's likely learning the hard way about how he's been handling things in front of the camera.

Jerod Mayo may be in his first season as head coach for the New England Patriots , but he's likely learning the hard way about how he's been handling things in front of the camera.

Patriots coach Jerod Mayo explains his 'soft football team'comments on WEEI on Monday.

Former New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe has had some time to watch Patrick Mahomes up close after signing with the Chiefs this offseason, and it looks like he might have the opportunity to be able to take what he learned and put it into practice in an actual game.

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When New England Patriots rookie Drake Maye took the field three weeks ago against the Houston Texans, the big question was whether or not he could flourish behind the mess that was their offensive line and turn around what had been a floundering offense.