Why Mike Vrabel will miss end of NFL Draft after Dianna Russini controversy

24 Apr 2026 • 12:46 AM MYT
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  • New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is set to seek counseling and will be absent from the final day of the NFL Draft, according to ESPN.
  • This decision follows the publication of photos showing him holding hands with long-time NFL reporter Dianna Russini at an Arizona resort.
  • Both Vrabel and Ms Russini are married, and the images were captured prior to the annual NFL meetings.
  • Ms Russini subsequently resigned from The Athletic less than a week after the story broke, following an internal investigation by the sports outlet.
  • Vrabel stated he wants to lead by example and has had "difficult conversations" with people he cares about, while the NFL confirmed it is not investigating his conduct.

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