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Mike Vrabel’s New England Return Delivers 14-3 Turnaround, Reframing a Champion’s Legacy

His swift impact reflects a Patriots-bred pedigree built on defensive versatility with proven leadership.

Overview

  • Hired in January 2025 to replace Jerod Mayo, Vrabel immediately took over a franchise seeking stability after the Belichick era.
  • New England finished 14-3 in 2025 under Vrabel, captured the AFC East, and saw rookie quarterback Drake Maye emerge as an MVP candidate.
  • Through the 2025 season, Vrabel owns a 68-48 career record and a 1-0 postseason mark with the Patriots this year.
  • A three-time Patriots Super Bowl winner as a player, Vrabel’s reputation includes two Super Bowl touchdown catches and a 2007 First-Team All-Pro season.
  • His coaching path spans Ohio State and the Texans to a six-year Titans tenure with two AFC South titles, followed by a 2024 consulting role with the Browns before returning to Foxborough.