And back in 1997, when Vrabel was a third-round pick by the Steelers trying to make a positive first impression as a rookie, things didn’t go the way he wanted them to. The former Ohio State standout got into a fight on the first day of padded practice.

Mike Vrabel doesn't want any fights breaking out at New England Patriots training camp, and he speaks from experience. The first-year Patriots coach said Monday he's emphasized discipline during padded practices,

Here we'll try to look at the three New England Patriots players on the roster bubble who must shine in the 2025 NFL preseason.

Mike Vrabel doesn't want to see his Patriots players fight in training camp -- even though he fought in his very first padded practice as a player nearly 30 years ago.

Mike Vrabel compared Patriots tight end Hunter Henry to one of the most accomplished players he coached with the Titans. Here’s why:

FOXBOROUGH — In his first padded practice as an NFL player in 1997, Mike Vrabel said he fought tight end Mitch Lyons at Pittsburgh Steelers training camp. With almost 30 more years of age and experience, Vrabel wants his current players to avoid punching their teammates.

New England Patriots' head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed when speaking to media Friday morning the Patriots would have conversations about bringing recently released former first round pick Christian Wilkins to New England.

The front office applied major financial resources this offseason in acquiring linebackers who better align with Vrabel’s mold — including three who played for him.