Jerod Mayo explains Patriots' 'take them to the hill' rallying cry
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After overcoming their lack of star power, the Patriots showcased grit and conditioning, using their training mantra 'take them to the hill' as motivation during a crucial fourth quarter.
Coach Jerod Mayo emphasized the importance of creating artificial adversity during practice and how mental strength can overcome physical fatigue, as he noted, 'your mind is going to give up before your body gives up.'
Defensive tackle Davon Godchaux highlighted that the phrase 'take them to the hill' evolved from quarterback Jacoby Brissett, illustrating how their training prepares them for high-pressure moments in games.
Mayo expressed pride in how players embraced the conditioning mantra during the game, stating, 'The guys that started saying, 'take them to the hill' during that fourth quarter. I love it.'
Read at Boston.com
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