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Mike Vrabel Breaks Silence on Dianna Russini Photos and Patriots Future

The 2026 NFL Draft season is here, but in New England, the conversations have not just been about the incoming picks. The New England Patriots and head coach Mike Vrabel have been at the center of a growing off-field situation tied to his alleged involvement with former NFL reporter Dianna Russini.

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Patriots Hoping To Trade Down

The Patriots hold the 31st selection in the opening round of the 2026 NFL Draft, but their first pick may not come Thursday night. The reigning AFC champions will “actively” look to move down, Albert Breer of SI.com reports.

Fernando Mendoza News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz

Since the year 2000, a total of 77 quarterbacks have been selected in the first round of the annual NFL Draft. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Heisman Trophy winners since 2000' quiz

The 'CFB champion QB's since 1998' quiz

The 'College Football Player of the Year' quiz

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / April 23

Mike Vrabel may miss more time with Patriots after new photos with Dianna Russini emerge

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel is set to miss the final day of the 2026 NFL Draft on Saturday to seek counseling. Now he may miss more time.

New photos of Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini emerge

Vrabel breaks silence as Russini controversy continues to hover over Patriots

Vrabel makes huge NFL Draft decision following Russini controversy

What Vrabel said to Patriots players amid ongoing Russini controversy

Patriots release statement on Vrabel

Insider shares theory about curious Vrabel NFL Draft decision amid Russini controversy

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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 / New England Patriots on SI / April 23

Patriots NFL Draft Big Board: Top Targets for Every Round

With the start of the 2026 NFL Draft just hours away, the New England Patriots are making their last-minute preparations for what promises to be a busy three-day period for the organization.

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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

Kayshon Boutte News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 23

Patriots Looking For Day Three Pick For WR Kayshon Boutte

Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte has come up in trade talks recently as he’s entering the final year of his deal. SI.com’s Albert Breer also has Boutte as someone