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Who is Mike Vrabel?

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Mike Vrabel is an American football coach and former player. Drafted in the third round of the NFL draft, he played for the Pittsburgh Steelers (1997–2000) before signing with the New England Patriots (2001–08). A standout linebacker and occasional tight end, he helped New England win three Super Bowls (2002, 2004, 2005). After two seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs (2009–10), Vrabel retired and pursued a coaching career. He worked for several teams before becoming head coach of the Tennessee Titans (2018–23), and he won the coach of the year award for the 2021 season. In 2025 Vrabel was named head coach of the Patriots. In his first year he oversaw a historic resurgence as the team posted a record-tying 10-win improvement and advanced to the Super Bowl. However, the Patriots lost to the Seattle Seahawks, 29–13.