Los Angeles Chargers wide out Ladd McConkey, who the Pats will be facing this Sunday.Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo was asked about his team passing on McConkey last April, and Mayo didn't exactly give the reporters much to work with in his response.

New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo indicated on Thursday that the tight end room was the most consistent room for the organization. The tight ends have been a major source of production for the offense, as rookie quarterback Drake Maye has leaned heavily on Hunter Henry and Austin Hooper this season.

The Krafts reportedly believe Jerod Mayo "is the leader" for the Patriots moving forward. Read more on Boston.com.

The Patriots were within reach of drafting him with the No. 34 overall pick, but they opted to trade that pick to the Chargers, who moved up to take him instead. Meanwhile, the Patriots moved down to No. 37 and used that pick on Ja’Lynn Polk.

The Patriots are currently 26th in EPA per play on offense and 30th in EPA per play allowed on defense. The first decision Mayo will need to make is whether to bring back offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt and defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington.

New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo believes rookie quarterback Drake Maye is "on track to be a special player" in the NFL. The work developing Maye behind the scenes has continued, but there's no denying the incredible potential and talent he already possesses at

Head coach Jerod Mayo appreciates just how good Chargers rookie Ladd McConkey is. He recently called the former Georgia standout a player that his Patriots need to "keep an eye on