Patriots QB Drake Maye Stands Behind Coach Mike Vrabel: "He's a Great Human Being"
Maye called Vrabel a great human being and said the Patriots can move past the coach’s off-field issues before the season.
- New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye publicly backed head coach Mike Vrabel on Wednesday at the Truist Championship Pro-Am in Charlotte, dismissing concerns that Vrabel's recent off-field controversy would distract the defending AFC champions.
- Vrabel faced scrutiny after the New York Post published photos of him with NFL reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort; on April 24, Vrabel stated he was "taking accountability" for his actions while seeking counseling.
- Maye called Vrabel a "great human being" and said he has done a "great job" communicating with the team, expressing confidence that the situation will resolve itself.
- Separately, Maye addressed the recent acquittal of former teammate Stefon Diggs regarding assault charges; the four-time Pro Bowl receiver was cleared of all charges, though he could still face NFL discipline.
- The Patriots will host a three-day rookie minicamp beginning Friday in Foxborough, Massachusetts, as the team aims to maintain focus on the upcoming season despite ongoing off-field storylines.
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Drake Maye Says Mike Vrabel is a Great Human Being After Dianna Russini Boat Photos Leak
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye voiced strong support for head coach Mike Vrabel on Wednesday, calling him “a great human being” after reports surfaced that Vrabel rented a private boat with former NFL reporter Dianna Russini while she was seven months pregnant in 2021. Maye, speaking to reporters after a public appearance, said he does not expect the latest off-field developments involving his coach to become a distraction for the t…
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