Mike Vrabel gets standing ovation from Patriots fans — despite embarrassing Dianna Russini photo scandal
Mike Vrabel received a standing ovation from Patriots fans at a season-ticket holder event despite ongoing scrutiny over his relationship with former NFL insider Dianna Russini. Vrabel, who led the team to the Super Bowl in his first season as head coach, has maintained support from both the organization and fans amid the scandal. He has acknowledged the situation publicly and stated he would seek counseling while remaining committed to his family and the team.
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NFL Mike Vrabel gets standing ovation from Patriots fans — despite embarrassing Dianna Russini photo scandal By Michael Blinn Published April 29, 2026, 6:35 p.m. ET Once again, Patriots fans are standing behind their scandal-ridden coach. Mike Vrabel received a standing ovation at a season-ticket holder event on Tuesday as he deals with the revelation of the nature of his relationship with NFL insider Diana Russini. The coach, fresh off a run to the Super Bowl in his first season helming the New England franchise, where he won three championships as a player, has been the subject of headlines and questions since Page Six published photos of him and Russini at an adults-only resort in Arizona earlier this month.
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