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Patriots Tap Zak Kuhr to Call Defensive Plays for Week 2 at Dolphins

Mike Vrabel will assist during Terrell Williams’ medical absence with a status update expected next week.

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Dec 15, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez (0) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Sep 7, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel during the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Vrabel announced Friday that inside linebackers coach Zak Kuhr will handle defensive play-calling against Miami.
  • Defensive coordinator Terrell Williams is away from the team for undisclosed medical tests, and the team plans to update his status next week.
  • Kuhr filled in for Williams during spring practices but has no documented history of calling full defensive plays at the NFL or college level.
  • Key defenders Christian Gonzalez (hamstring) and Keion White (illness) were ruled out for Sunday’s game, thinning an already taxed unit.
  • Kickoff against the Dolphins is set for 1 p.m. ET on Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium, with Vrabel providing oversight of the defensive operation.