Mike Vrabel’s connections helped him build his coaching staff, and perhaps they’ll aid in roster-building this offseason.
The Patriots head coach is expected to have final say on New England’s roster with personnel executives Eliot Wolf and Ryan Cowden identifying players who fit Vrabel’s desires. During his first press conference, Vrabel made it a few of those desires clear. He clearly plans to improve the trenches and target players who fit the culture he’s hoping to establish.
With that in mind, here are five free agents who previously crossed paths with Vrabel and could make sense for the Patriots:
Dillon Radunz, OL
Radunz was drafted by the Vrabel’s Tennessee Titans in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft.