FOXBORO, Mass. (WPRI) -- The New England Patriots announced on Sunday evening that they have fired head coach Jerod Mayo. "After the game today, I informed Jerod Mayo that he will not be returning as the head coach of the New England Patriots in 2025," Patriots Chairman and CEO Robert Kraft said in a statement. "For me, personally, this was one of the hardest decisions I have ever made. I have known Jerod for 17 years." Mayo's firing comes after the Patriots just finished their final game this season against the Buffalo Bills, which they won 23-16. The team finished the season with a record of 4-13. READ MORE: Patriots cost themselves No. 1 draft pick by beating Bills 23-16 with Joe Milton III at QB Kraft added in his statement that Mayo "earned my respect and admiration as a rookie in 2008 and throughout his career for his play on the field, his leadership in the locker room and the way he conducted himself in our community." This was Mayo's first and only season as the team's head coach. He also played for the team from 2008 until 2015 as a linebacker. Tune in for more coverage on this decision by the team on WPRI 12 tonight at 10 p.m. and the Patriots Wrap at 10:30 p.m. on Fox Providence and then at 11 on 12 News. NEXT: Showcase Cinemas in Seekonk to close today Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now 12 Sports this Week SIGN UP NOW