Patriots linebacker Jerod Mayo was pleased with the workouts the players conducted last week as the NFL lockout drags on. New England's players held three workouts at Boston College last week, well-organized sessions that did not include coaches or playbooks. "Hey, the Patriot Way still lives on," said a laughing Mayo, who helped spread the word for the defensive players. "You know (reporters) weren't allowed in, so we're still doing it the Patriot Way. Working hard behind the scenes." In all seriousness, Mayo was even surprised by how fruitful the workouts were. "But it exceeded my expectations," he said. "Guys were out there competing and did a good job. For the most part, guys have been in shape. They came in in shape, everyone's working hard."