Former Howard University quarterback and NFL assistant Pep Hamilton has been identified as one of the candidates interviewed for the New England Patriots’ head coaching vacancy. The news comes shortly after the team parted ways with Jerod Mayo following a challenging 4-13 season.

Former NFL assistant and HBCU quarterback Pep Hamilton is one of two candidates who have interviewed for the New England Patriots opening. The New England Patriots are exploring new leadership after firing head coach Jerod Mayo,

The New England Patriots are moving fast to fill their head-coaching vacancy, with Mike Vrabel set to interview for the job and a request in for Ben Johnson.

In fact, according to a report by Chad Graff of The Athletic, the Patriots might reach an agreement with a head coach as early as next week: After those interviews, a decision is

Jerod Mayo’s tenure as New England Patriots head coach has ended after just one season, with owner Robert Kraft acknowledging

The Krafts had strong convictions about Patriots Coach Jerod Mayo before hiring him, fending off interest around the league to interview him. Now, after one year, they are letting go and starting again.