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Mike Vrabel Looks Forward To Patriots' Future Following Dianna Russini Story

Days away from the start of the 2026 NFL Draft, New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel spoke to the media for the first time following the release of a Page Six story surrounding himself and The Athletic lead NFL reporter Dianna Russini.

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Mike Vrabel issues statement on Dianna Russini controversy

New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel issued a longer public statement about the controversy regarding his relationship with NFL reporter Dianna Russini after controversial pictures of the two of them were made public.

Tony Romo News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

How many of the QBs with the most passing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 4K-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

The '40-passing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most 1K-rushing-yard NFL seasons' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft

Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft

Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / April 21

Mike Vrabel breaks silence as Dianna Russini controversy continues to hover over Patriots

Vrabel finally addressed the Russini situation.

NFL's decision on Mike Vrabel regarding Dianna Russini controversy could backfire

The 'Super Bowl losing coaches' quiz

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 21

One Patriots DT Target for Each Round of NFL Draft

In the middle of the New England Patriots defense are two of the best defensive tackles in the league. Milton Williams and Christian Barmore have both shined in Patriots uniforms since joining the team and will likely both be back for 2026.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 21

'Versatile' WR Prospect Grateful For Patriots Opportunity

Despite growing up in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, Brown wide receiver Ty Pezza didn't grow up a New England Patriots fan. Instead, a fantasy football draft pick started his fandom of an AFC South team -- "(I) was a Texans fan as a kid from drafting Arian Foster in fantasy," he said.

Kayshon Boutte News / Pro Football Rumors / April 20

Pats’ Kayshon Boutte Available In Trade?

Kayshon Boutte has been a productive Patriots pass catcher for two seasons, eclipsing 500 receiving yards in each. He played a key role for New England’s 2025 AFC champion edition.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 20

Dan Orlovsky reveals how AJ Brown could make life easier for Drake Maye, Patriots

On Monday, it was reported by ESPN that the Philadelphia Eagles would likely be trading wide receiver AJ Brown to the New England Patriots after June 1st, when his salary becomes easier to move.

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The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz

The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / April 20

Three under-the-radar 2026 prospects who fit the New England Patriots perfectly who can help the team return to the Super bowl

The New England Patriots have 11 draft picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, and there are plenty of intriguing sleeper options who could boost the roster. The 2026 NFL Draft is finally upon us, and the New England Patriots are aiming for another strong rookie class like they enjoyed in 2025.

NFL News / The Spun / April 20

Stephen A. Smith Assigns Blame In The Dianna Russini Scandal

Stephen A. Smith has assigned blame for the Dianna Russini scandal. Russini, the longtime NFL insider, announced her resignation from The Athletic last week.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / April 20

Patriots could trade WR to make room for A.J. Brown

Could the Patriots look to acquire an asset for one of their current receivers in anticipation of a move for A.J. Brown?

NFL's decision on Mike Vrabel regarding Dianna Russini controversy could backfire

Why Eagles are willing to wait to complete expected A.J. Brown trade to Patriots

A.J. Brown makes major Eagles decision as Patriots trade rumors heat up

The '2025 leading receiver by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 20

Scouting executive addresses how Mendoza compares to Maye

Scouting executive addresses how Fernando Mendoza compares to Patriots' Drake Maye

For a piece published on Monday, Bruce Feldman of The Athletic spoke with an unnamed scouting executive who addressed the Mendoza-versus-Maye comparisons.

Fernando Mendoza sends his first message to Raiders fans

Why Fernando Mendoza thought he blew first meeting with Raiders

Did Raiders come close to trading Fernando Mendoza draft pick?

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'CFB champion QB's since 1998' quiz

A.J. Brown News / Yardbarker / April 20

Brown makes major Eagles decision as Pats trade rumors heat up

A.J. Brown makes major Eagles decision as Patriots trade rumors heat up

A report from Monday morning reiterated that the Eagles trading Brown to the Patriots later this offseason "is still the likely outcome" for a saga that has hovered over the Eagles seemingly for years.

Why Eagles are willing to wait to complete expected A.J. Brown trade to Patriots

NFL's decision on Mike Vrabel regarding Dianna Russini controversy could backfire

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Most 100-yard, 1-TD catch NFL games leaders' quiz

New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / April 20

Patriots blockbuster trade for star wide receiver feels like worst-kept secret in the NFL as real reason for delay becomes obvious

Patriots and Eagles have essentially agreed to a trade that will send A.J. Brown to New England, but they have to wait until June 2 for salary cap reasons.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / April 19

Patriots Legends Mention Crucial Role to Be Filled in the 2026 Draft

After coming up just short in the Super Bowl, the New England Patriots head into the 2026 draft in a much different position than they were a year ago.