Former Patriots Head Coach Jerod Mayo Recently Landed New Non-Football Job
Jerod Mayo, the former head coach of the New England Patriots, has secured a new position outside of football. He has joined Fifth Down Capital as the Managing Director, a private equity and business capital firm. Mayo previously had a successful career as a player and coach with the Patriots, but his tenure as head coach lasted only one season.
- ▪Jerod Mayo was fired as head coach of the New England Patriots in January 2025 after one season.
- ▪He has taken on a new role as Managing Director at Fifth Down Capital, starting in February 2026.
- ▪Mayo had a distinguished career with the Patriots, earning two Pro Bowl selections and a Super Bowl ring.
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