The New England Patriots expressed their support for head coach Mike Vrabel skipping day three of the 2026 NFL Draft to attend counseling amid the ongoing Dianna Russini controversy. "The New England Patriots fully support Mike Vrabel's decision to prioritize his family first, as well as his own well-being," the team said in a statement released Thursday, April 23. "Mike has been open with us about his commitment to being the best version of himself for his family, this team and our fans, and we respect the steps he is taking to follow through on that commitment.