New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel seemingly received the respect of his staff Wednesday. Nonetheless, he could have wanted a couple of stitches afterward.
The Patriots hosted a joint observe with the Washington Commanders at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. New England rookie operating again TreVeyon Henderson took a Commanders pass-rusher to the bottom in move safety, leading to a scuffle.
Vrabel then jumped in to assist cease the combat. His face was bloodied after each groups calmed down.
Patriots second-year quarterback Drake Maye liked that his coach was prepared to step in. In a information convention after observe, the 22-year-old passer stated that is the mentality the staff wants.
“That is what we’re attempting to construct,” he stated. “The depth, bringing it daily, taking no cr-p once we’re out on the sector. But in addition, it comes a time the place, with our guys offensively, and getting over there and getting some tussles and sort of having some penalties, and additional after the whistle, can get us in hassle. However for mentality, I prefer it. I imply, I virtually received in there, however I believe possibly one other day, possibly.”
His new coach does not need the QB to get in any brawls. The Patriots are banking on the third total choose of the 2024 NFL Draft being the franchise’s future.
Plus, he does not want to fret concerning the Patriots’ depth with Vrabel within the constructing. New England broad receiver DeMario Douglas famous the previous linebacker did not appear rattled after breaking apart the scrap.
“I stated, ‘Coach, what’s mistaken with you?’ And he stated, ‘It’s best to have seen the opposite man,'” Douglas informed the media whereas smiling. “I simply noticed the scar on his face however did not know what was taking place.”
Vrabel seemingly despatched two messages at Wednesday’s observe. He will not tolerate an undisciplined staff but in addition has his gamers’ backs. That would go a great distance for a Patriots squad aiming to enhance after a 4-13 season.
