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Keion White Praises Mike Vrabel’s Leadership as Patriots Reset After Mayo Era

Since January, Vrabel has used offseason workouts to instill accountability by demanding more from a roster that struggled under Jerod Mayo.

Head coach Jerod Mayo of the New England Patriots is seen during warmups prior to a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Gillette Stadium on December 28, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
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Overview

  • Mike Vrabel was introduced as head coach in January following Jerod Mayo’s dismissal after a 4–13 finish in 2024.
  • On June 11 at OTAs, edge rusher Keion White declared “I feel like I have a coach,” highlighting a shift from self-training under Mayo.
  • White compared Vrabel’s work-first approach to that of Bill Belichick, saying he respects a coach who “leads with work.”
  • Vrabel’s offseason program, including OTAs and mandatory minicamp, emphasizes accountability and versatile schemes to develop talent.
  • The former Tennessee Titans coach holds a 54–45 NFL record and has ownership backing to rebuild culture in Foxborough.