Mike Vrabel had a message for fans after being introduced as the New England Patriots head coach. Patriots fans have been told to be patient during the ongoing rebuild. Vrabel understands the idea of being patient, but at the same time, he wants to field a team fans can be proud of right out of the gates.

Just after their final game of the regular season, the New England Patriots fired Jerod Mayo, who was in his first season as their head coach, in a move that surprised people. But now, they have an experienced head coach in Mike Vrabel,

Mike Vrabel is officially back in New England, but this time, as the Patriots’ new head coach. For fans who remember his glory days, it’s a full-circle moment for one of the most versatile and tough players to ever be in the Pats jersey.