Vrabel Steps Back, Patriots Draft Moves Ahead

0:00On April 23rd, Mike Ravel, the new head coach for the New England Patriots, is stepping away from the NFL Draft Room on day three. Photos from 2020 showed him kissing former athletic reporter Diana Rossini at a resort bar, and she since resigned. To lead by example, Ravel's limiting his draft involvement so he can start counseling this weekend. He'll be on hand for the first three rounds, helping pick from the Patriots 11 total selections. Normally, coaches like him advise on skin fits and roster needs, but Saturday's rounds, four through seven, will be handled by front office execs like Elliott Wolfe. The team put out a statement saying they're good to go, with all evaluations done and staff ready to execute, Ravel's still expected to stay in touch remotely during those later picks. Ravel opened up about wanting to make good decisions for his family, team, and organization. He promised to deliver his best self, and counseling is part of that commitment. Patriots fans are watching how this plays out as the draft wraps up.

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