Overview

• Jerod Mayo criticized his team as 'soft' following a 32-16 loss to the Jaguars, citing failures in running the ball, stopping the run, and covering kicks.
• Bill Belichick and Tom Brady defended the Patriots' toughness, highlighting last season's strong defensive performance.
• Mayo clarified his comments, stating the team is playing soft currently but has the potential to improve with hard work.
• The Patriots are struggling with a 1-6 record, facing issues in both offense and defense, including a significant drop in rushing defense rankings.
• Criticism of Mayo's public remarks came from within and outside the organization, raising concerns about team morale and leadership.