Vrabel to miss third day of NFL draft for counseling amid controversy
TL;DR
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel will skip the third day of the 2026 NFL draft to begin counseling, saying he wants to give the best version of himself for his family and team. The move follows a two-week controversy sparked by photos of Vrabel with reporter Dianna Russini at a Sedona resort; both denied impropriety, and Vrabel called the incident private as he pursues counseling to address concerns.
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- New York Post publishes more photos of Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini NBC Sports
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