For eight seasons, Mike Vrabel served as a key cog on a stout Patriots defense, helping New England usher in an unprecedented dynasty with three Super Bowl titles in the span of four years.
Now, could the 48-year-old coach and Patriots Hall of Famer be setting himself up for a second stint in New England?
As Patriots fans await word of Bill Belichick’s future and whether or not Robert Kraft will retain him for a 25th season, New England now has a very appealing coaching option on the open market in Vrabel — who was fired by the Titans Tuesday afternoon after six seasons with the organization.