Mike Vrabel Uses Puppy to Deflect 20 Training-Camp Questions From Russini Scandal
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Updated · Fox News · Jul 25
Mike Vrabel Uses Puppy to Deflect 20 Training-Camp Questions From Russini Scandal
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jul 25
Summary
Mike Vrabel opened his first Patriots training-camp press conference holding a puppy, and reporters asked no questions about the offseason Dianna Russini scandal.
About 6 of roughly 20 questions instead centered on football issues, especially unsigned second-round pick Gabe Jacas, whose contract status and health remain unresolved.
The dog appearance came through New England's second-year "Pawtriots" adoption event, giving Vrabel a ready-made training-camp backdrop as he returned to the podium for the first time in months.
The session followed an offseason in which Vrabel said he was seeking counseling and Russini left The Athletic, but the Patriots' Day 1 media focus stayed on roster matters.