Patriots Veteran Reveals Mike Vrabel's Message To Team Amid Controversy
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New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel addressed his team after stepping away for counseling amid controversy regarding his personal life. Tight end Hunter Henry praised Vrabel's handling of the situation.
Key points
- Mike Vrabel addressed the Patriots team after stepping away for counseling
- Controversy involved an apparent affair with reporter Dianna Russini
- Hunter Henry praised Vrabel's handling of the situation
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New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry felt like Mike Vrabel did a great job addressing the team after his off-field controversy.
Vrabel stepped away from the team for counseling on Day 3 of the NFL Draft amid the controversy surrounding his apparent affair with reporter Dianna Russini. Vrabel committed to doing what is necessary for his family, and as he returned to the building, he gave a message to the team.
âI thought he did a great job,â Henry said, via Doug Kyed of The Boston Herald. âHeâs been the same Vrabes, bringing a lot of energy in the room.â
Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane also liked what Vrabel said to the team and said he will be there to support him in any way he can.
âI love Coach, and I'm going to be here to support him as he would be there to support me through anything,â Spillane added.
With Vrabel back in the building, the focus turns to football and getting ready for OTAs and the start of training camp in just a few months time.
Vrabel is coming off his first year as the head coach of the Patriots, where he led the team to an AFC East championship and led them to a Super Bowl appearance. Vrabel won Coach of the Year last season.
The Patriots will hold organized team activities on May 27 and 29, as well as June 1, 2, 4, 8, 9, and 11. Mandatory minicmap will be held from June 15 through 17.
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Q&A
What was Mike Vrabel's message to the Patriots team after his controversy?
Mike Vrabel committed to doing what is necessary for his family and addressed the team upon his return.
Why did Mike Vrabel step away from the Patriots during the NFL Draft?
Mike Vrabel stepped away for counseling amid controversy surrounding his apparent affair with reporter Dianna Russini.
How did Hunter Henry react to Mike Vrabel's handling of the situation?
Hunter Henry felt that Mike Vrabel did a great job addressing the team after the off-field controversy.
