After trading edge rusher Joshua Uche last week, the Patriots were expected to finalize another deal ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline. Related Articles New England Patriots | Callahan: The Patriots’ next move after the trade deadline is obvious New England Patriots | Patriots swap center for linebacker on practice squad as trade deadline passes New England Patriots | Patriots releasing guard to make room for new offensive lineman New England Patriots | Patriots adding O-line help from Vikings after protection issues in latest loss New England Patriots | Patriots film review: What we learned from Drake Maye’s near comeback at Tennessee They did not.

New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo wasn’t exactly sure why the Patriots didn’t get any deals done ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline. However, he’s also taking more of a long-term view of the situation in New England. They are a rebuilding team looking to get better in the future. That fact isn’t lost on the first-year NFL head coach.

But how much patience will the fans and ownership have for a coach who also is learning on the job? Jerod Mayo is putting that to the test with his Patriots at 2-7 and his decisions costing them games. The Patriots’ 20-17 overtime loss to the Titans ...