Story by
Mike Vrabel’s a fan favorite at Patriots training camp
- Story by
- Mike Vrabel’s a fan favorite at Patriots training camp
FOXBOROUGH – Before the start of Wednesday's practice, Mike Vrabel noted that there was an energy inside Gillette Stadium.
"I think we're grateful. I think we're excited. There's an energy in the building," Vrabel said. "The players seemed excited… I'm excited to hit the field with them, and our coaches are ready to work and continue to build what we started."
Advertisement
That energy can also be felt at Patriots training camp , and the Patriots head coach is a big reason for that. Vrabel is all over the practice field, donning a pinny and practicing with his players.
The Patriots Hall of Famer is also a clear fan favorite. On Thursday, Patriots practice ended around 11:50 a.m. By noon, Vrabel was signing autographs for fans, and was still signing them 30 minutes later.
The Patriots coach was one of the final people on the field as he took selfies and signed dozens of autographs for fans in attendance. By the time he had to leave, Vrabel even apologized to those who weren't as lucky to get his signature.
Vrabel's presence gives Patriots training camp a different feel. Players said that's also the case. For example, he's been wearing a pinnie with the No. 5, which belongs to Jabrill Peppers .
Advertisement
The veteran safety said he told Vrabel to find a new number.
"I keep telling him to take that 5 off," Peppers said. "He told me to go check in on the Patriots Hall of Fame. Nothing I could say to come back from that."
More Patriots Content
Read the original article on MassLive .
