The front office applied major financial resources this offseason in acquiring linebackers who better align with Vrabel’s mold — including three who played for him.

New England Patriots' head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed when speaking to media Friday morning the Patriots would have conversations about bringing recently released former first round pick Christian Wilkins to New England.

Mike Vrabel and Jabrill Peppers had a playful exchange after the Patriots coach wore the safety's number in practice.