"When Vrabel signed on to replace Jerod Mayo as the latest ex-Patriots linebacker-turned-coach, it was fair to wonder if New England was going too far down the well of Bill Belichick mentees. Big-game hurdles still remain. But there's no denying the Patriots are playing with a more united and authoritative posture. It helps Vrabel's getting pristine play from young quarterback Drake Maye,"
"There was no doubt that hiring Vrabel was one of owner Bob Kraft's best decisions in half a decade. He's a game-tested NFL coach and, as such, is a top evaluator of NFL talent. Both attributes were indispensable to the floundering Patriots. Vrabel has transformed the whole operation, and it's manifesting itself in spades on the field. Mike Vrabel is cited as the best of the new NFL coaches in his first year with the Patriots"
Mike Vrabel was hired by the New England Patriots on January 12, 2025 and has produced rapid improvement through the first seven games of the season. CBS Sports rates him the best among seven new 2025 NFL head coaches after seven games. Vrabel earned NFL Coach of the Year in 2021 and is already in contention for the award again in 2025. Vrabel's strengths include game-tested head coaching experience and strong talent evaluation, which led to additions like Stefon Diggs and rookie left tackle Will Campbell around quarterback Drake Maye. The Patriots are playing with a more united, authoritative posture and look like AFC East challengers.
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