Why is Mike Vrabel at the NFL Draft? Explaining Patriots coach's counseling timeline and pending Day 3 absence
Here is the timeline of Mike Vrabel's NFL Draft attendance and counseling.
Why is Mike Vrabel at the NFL Draft? Explaining Patriots coach's counseling timeline and pending Day 3 absence originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here .
The Patriots ' front office will be without Mike Vrabel for Day 3 of the NFL Draft, as the head coach seeks counseling. This comes on the heels of photos obtained by Page Six of the New York Post of Vrabel at a resort with then-Athletic reporter Diana Russini, who has since resigned. This moment necessitated a change for Vrabel, who hopes to lead by example with his team.
As a result, his involvement with this year's draft will be more limited so that he can seek help during Saturday's selections. Here is everything to know about Vrabel's attendance at this year's NFL Draft. NFL DRAFT RANKINGS 2026: QBs | WRs | TEs | EDGE | RBs Why is Mike Vrabel at the NFL Draft?
Most head coaches have significant involvement in NFL Draft picks, advising the front office on their playbooks and schemes for a roster. While Vrabel is not the one making a final choice, he plays a major role in who the Patriots draft, as he determines how a specific player may fit into his plans. Vrabel will be in attendance for the first three rounds to advise the Patriots' front office, meaning he will be in the room for three of the Patriots' 11 draft picks.