Patriots captains deflect questions about Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini controversy: 'We're just focused'
New England Patriots captains Hunter Henry and Robert Spillane declined to discuss the controversy surrounding head coach Mike Vrabel and former reporter Dianna Russini, emphasizing their focus on football. Vrabel has stepped away during parts of the NFL Draft to seek counseling following the emergence of photos showing him and Russini in intimate settings. The Patriots organization has publicly supported Vrabel, citing his commitment to personal improvement and team leadership. The situation intensified after new photos from 2020 and 2026 surfaced, leading to Russini's resignation from The Athletic.
- ▪Patriots captains Hunter Henry and Robert Spillane refused to comment on Mike Vrabel's personal situation, stating they are focused on the team and football.
- ▪Mike Vrabel stepped away from the team during rounds 4–7 of the 2026 NFL Draft to seek counseling amid the controversy with Dianna Russini.
- ▪The Patriots organization released a statement supporting Vrabel, affirming confidence in his leadership and communication with the team.
- ▪Photos from 2020 and April 2026 showed Vrabel and Russini in intimate settings, including kissing and holding hands, while both were married to other people.
- ▪Dianna Russini resigned from The Athletic following an internal investigation into her relationship with Vrabel.
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Sports Patriots captains deflect questions about Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini controversy: 'We're just focused' Hunter Henry and Robert Spillane admit Vrabel has been his usual self as they discuss football despite coach's personal issue By Scott Thompson Fox News Published April 28, 2026 6:22pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Mike Vrabel & Dianna Russini's Cheating Scandal Just EXPLODED As More Evidence Comes Out Dakich breaks down the viral Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini photos and investigates whether the fallout led to the Patriots' recent statement on mandated counseling.
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