New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel was caught in the middle of a scandal involving a former NFL employee for The Athletic, Dianna Russini.
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Recently released photos of Vrabel and Russini suggest that the two have been having an affair for years. Vrabel has addressed the team and the media and stated that he is committed to being the best version of himself for his family and the Patriots.
While Vrabel’s actions are not good, he did not violate any team or league rules. However, the entire situation has become something of a distraction and Vrabel had to miss Day 3 of the NFL Draft to attend counseling. Vrabel said he wasn’t sure if he would miss any more football activities, but that the scandal would be much bigger for the Patriots if he did.
As more details come to light, Drake Maye assured fans that he didn’t expect it to be a distraction for the team.
“No, I don’t know,” Maye said Wednesday when asked if the scandal would be a distraction all year, according to Steve Reed of the Associated Press. “I mean, he’s our head coach. I think he’s done a great job talking to us and guiding us through this. I’m looking forward to getting back to work and getting ready.”
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Maye also called Vrabel “a great human being” and expressed support as he deals with everything.
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