Paul Mayo (born 13 October 1981 in Lincoln) is an English professional footballer, who plays as a defender for Lincoln United.He started his professional career with Lincoln City in 1999, and in 2004 after impressing in the clubs recent play-off bids he made a move to Watford. He returned to Lincoln in 2005 and moved on to Notts County in 2007 and later Darlington and Mansfield Town. He became a prime example of a promising player who peaked early on in his career. He also went on to play in Non-league football with Corby Town, Gainsborough Trinity, Stamford and Boston United.