The New England Patriots officially named Mike Vrabel the 16th head coach in franchise history on Sunday. Here’s who the move affects, for better or worse, moving forward.
Winners
Robert Kraft: The Patriots moved quickly in their interview search (more on that later) which led to owner Robert Kraft getting his preferred candidate. Vrabel was always the top option as Kraft gets a part of the dynasty to come back to Foxboro and lead his football team.
Locker room: Under first-year head coach Jerod Mayo, the Patriots lacked an identity both on and off the field.