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Interest was also sparked about the timing of Mayo’s departure, which reportedly occurred while his family awaited news about his future. The realities of coaching life cannot be overlooked; although Mayo was compensated thanks to his likely guaranteed contract, the human element of his dismissal raises ethical questions.
Insights from former players regarding the state of the franchise reveal a split loyalty; many appear to rally behind Vrabel while overshadowing Mayo's contributions.