He was getting interest as a HC candidate from other teams last year. This whole idea that a HC needs to be an offensive guy is the stupidest thing I've ever heard. They do need smart, creative offensive coaches, which means not McDaniels. But I am sure Mayo knows that. I don't think he's going to tank his chances by not hiring good offensive coaches.
Stupider than trading up to draft a kicker?
Of the 14 playoff teams, 4 are coached by former DCs, 1 by a former ST coordinator, and 9 from the offensive side. Last year it was 10 former OCs. There is a reason for this. Pats don't have a QB and they hired a coach who cannot develop one, they better make a homerun hire at OC and QB coach.
Considering your takes in OT Pats fourm on the draft, free agency, the roster, prediction for making the playoffs, and the hiring process I feel bad for Mayo as he never stood a chance after you saying he could be great.