Jerod Mayo joined the NFL as a New England Patriot and now he appears to be leaving the league as one too. On Tuesday, **the veteran linebacker turned to social media to announce his retirement** in a note thanking the team ownership, coaches and fans for their support during his eight-year career. It wasn't long after that tributes began to pour in from Jerod's teammates past and present, including Devin McCourty, Vince Wilfork and Duron Harmon.
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It's been a privilege to play with such a great football player, tons of laughs! Thanks for all the years! #Mayo51 pic.twitter.com/eqx4h7G1Cf
— Rob Ninkovich (@ninko50) February 17, 2016
.@Jerod_Mayo51 big bro you have been someone I have looked up to since your UT days. To... https://t.co/NAQyrIG0h3 pic.twitter.com/GJfhUASlbZ
— Dont'a Hightower (@zeus30hightower) February 17, 2016
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to the best teammate, toughest guys & realest cat walking. glad to strap it up w you Senor. @jerod_mayo51 #captain pic.twitter.com/gjmvXTx7e2
— Danny Amendola (@DannyAmendola) February 17, 2016
Congrats on a great career proud to call you a #teammate #NewEnglandLegend pic.twitter.com/sSttY1TcUh
— Julian Edelman (@Edelman11) February 17, 2016
Mentor, teammate, friend....honored to have played next to you @jerod_mayo51 #Legend pic.twitter.com/4zwNT02qPz
— ♛Chandler Jones (@chanjones55) February 17, 2016
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Congratulations to Light Foundation supporter @jerod_mayo51 on an outstanding NFL career with the @Patriots!
— Light Foundation (@LightFoundation) February 17, 2016
