Chantel Mayo, the wife of former New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo, has spoken out following her husband’s sudden dismissal on Sunday night.
The firing came just hours after the Patriots’ 23-16 victory over the Buffalo Bills, a win that also cost the team the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Since then, reports have surfaced criticizing Mayo‘s first season as a head coach, including allegations that he played cards on a team flight after a loss instead of reviewing game footage. Chantel Mayo took to Instagram to denounce these claims and defend her husband’s character.
In a strongly worded Instagram story, Chantel Mayo pushed back against the negative media narrative.
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“It never even crossed our minds to tell the truth… but I couldn’t fathom all the lies we’ve read that are being told to save face,” Chantel posted on Twitter.
She also condemned the lack of professionalism from those perpetuating the rumors.
“What happened to the class????? We’ve been taking the high road and letting everyone do their thing since Sunday. But playing with someone’s name won’t be tolerated. I bet the fake stories will stop before the real ones start…”
Mixed reviews of Jerod Mayo’s tenure
While Chantel Mayo has vehemently defended her husband, reports from The Boston Herald have portrayed his time as head coach as a disappointment. Journalists Andrew Callahan and Doug Kyed characterized Mayo‘s tenure as chaotic, though they also noted organizational challenges that contributed to the struggles.
Despite these criticisms, the backlash has clearly affected the Mayo family. Chantel‘s comments highlight the personal toll the firing and subsequent media scrutiny have taken.
As the Patriots look to rebuild, Jerod Mayo‘s next steps remain uncertain. Chantel Mayo‘s statement reflects a family committed to defending their reputation while grappling with the fallout of his dismissal.
For now, the situation leaves lingering questions about Mayo‘s tenure and the dynamics within the Patriots‘ organization. However, Chantel Mayo‘s public response ensures their side of the story is not lost amid the controversy.
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