New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo has begun building his staff, as he is set to interview Carolina Panthers outside linebackers coach Tem Lukabu.
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported the news on Monday.
Lukabu has experience at both the collegiate and NFL levels. He was the defensive coordinator at Boston College, where the defense only allowed 173.5 passing yards per game in 2021. There was also a notable jump in terms of total defense while with the Eagles. Boston College jumped from 125th to 73rd overall in total defense in 2020.
He served as the defensive quality control coach with the San Francisco 49ers in 2016-17. He also worked with the 49ers’ secondary unit.
New #Patriots coach Jerod Mayo has begun the process of filling out his staff, as he's set to interview #Panthers OLBs coach Tem Lukabu for their defensive coordinator position, source said. A former Boston College DC, he's been with #49ers and #Bengals, as well.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 15, 2024
Lukabu would bring a well-rounded resume to the Patriots organization. His experience might be needed, as Mayo embarks on his first year as head coach.
