The New England Patriots appear to be closing in on their next head coach.
Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network have reported that Mike Vrabel is the "overwhelming favorite" to take the Patriots job and that the two sides have already begun contract talks.
The Insiders on @NFLGameDay with @TomPelissero and @MikeGarafolo: Mike Vrabel remains the overwhelming favorite for the #Patriots job; Mike McCarthy and the #Cowboys are talking about how to stay together; #Ravens OC Todd Monken & #Steelers OC Arthur Smith both have HC requests.