Robert Kraft Makes Strong Statement About Mike Vrabel's Future with the Patriots
Robert Kraft said the offseason controversy has not changed his support for Mike Vrabel, whom he praised for football knowledge and leadership.
- On Friday, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft endorsed head coach Mike Vrabel during an appearance on ESPN's "First Take," stating he hopes Vrabel remains "for many years."
- Controversy surfaced in April after photos showed Vrabel and NFL reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort, prompting the coach to address "difficult conversations" with his family on April 21.
- During his first season, the former Tennessee Titans coach led New England to a 14-3 record, an AFC East title, and a Super Bowl appearance, earning praise from Kraft for his "intellectual knowledge."
- Reporter Russini resigned from The Athletic in April following an internal review, while Vrabel confirmed he would miss the third day of the NFL draft to focus on personal counseling.
- Training camp begins next Saturday at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, where Vrabel enters the season with the owner's full confidence despite the recent offseason scrutiny.
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Robert Kraft makes strong statement about Mike Vrabel's future with the Patriots
Jan 20, 2019; Kansas City, MO, USA; New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft watches from the sidelines before the AFC Championship game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports The New England Patriots sound ready to weather the current storm surrounding head coach Mike Vrabel. As every Patriots fan under the sun knows by now, Vrabel has been a lightning rod of controversy for his alleged …
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