Patriots Interview Byron Leftwich for Head Coach Role

The former Buccaneers offensive coordinator is among several candidates being considered to replace Jerod Mayo after his dismissal following a disappointing season.

• Byron Leftwich, former Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator, is interviewing for the New England Patriots' head coaching vacancy.
• Jerod Mayo was fired after one season as head coach, following a 4-13 record in 2024 despite a Week 18 win over Buffalo.
• Leftwich, 44, brings experience as an NFL offensive coordinator, including a Super Bowl win with Tampa Bay in the 2020 season, though his tenure ended after a decline in the team's offensive performance in 2022.
• Patriots owner Robert Kraft has tasked Eliot Wolf and Alonzo Highsmith with leading the search, which also includes interviews with Mike Vrabel, Ben Johnson, and Pep Hamilton.
• The Patriots hold the No. 4 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft and are reportedly seeking a coach who can develop rookie quarterback Drake Maye.

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