Mike Vrabel is hoping he can finally push this drama into the end zone.
The New England Patriots head coach shared insight into how he’s dealt with the fallout from the cozy-looking photos of him and The Athletic reporter Dianna Russini, including addressing the situation with the people in his personal and professional life.
“I’ve had some difficult conversations with people that I care about,” Vrabel said during an April 21 press conference. “My family, the organization, coaches, the players—those have been positive and productive. We believe in order to be successful on and off the field, you have to make good decisions. That includes me, that starts with me.”
The 50-year-old expressed his regret that the situation may have had a negative effect on the team and that he may have been the “cause of distraction, comments and questions.” However, he noted that the specifics of any conversations he’s had would be kept private.
“I care deeply about this football team and I’m excited to coach them,” he continued. “I also know that I’m gonna attack each day with humility and focus.”
And before he signed off, Vrabel shared a renewed commitment to his team, his loved ones and the larger Patriots community.
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