During the Patriots voluntary offseason program, Vrabel sent a message to the new defensive tackle: "He let me know, like, ‘Hey, if you’re going to be here, you need to set the standard," Williams said.

The New England Patriots' NFL Draft class has been widely lauded, as the Patriots filled some very clear needs while also picking up some incredibly talented pl

New Patriots defensive lineman Milton Williams giving us an idea Tuesday of the expectations of the new coaching staff in Foxboro. The big money free agent signee sharing a story from a recent offseason workout & an interaction with Pats head coach Mike Vrabel.

The New England Patriots wasted no time turning the page at the long snapper position this offseason. Three days after Julian Ashby joined the team as a seventh-round draft selection, veteran Joe Cardona was released.

While I applaud Vrabel for having the fortitude to make some painful moves, the hope is he hasn’t gone too far in the other direction.

From one group to the next, Mike Vrabel made his presence felt during the first day of Patriots rookie minicamp Friday. One minute, Vrabel was urging defensive tackle Joshua Farmer to really push him, get him off his spot. The next, he high-fived wide receiver Phil Lutz for doing a “good job” on a specific route.

Speaking ahead of rookie minicamp, Mike Vrabel announced that defensive coordinator Terrell Williams is dealing with a medical condition.

One of the most beautiful things about the NFL is the parody of league. Unlike in some other major sports, being a bottom dweller doesn’t have to last for long. And when you’re on top, you best savor it before you’re caught up to.