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Vrabel Instills Discipline, Opposes Fighting at Patriots Camp

7/29/2025

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New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel is instilling a culture of discipline at training camp, reflecting on his own rookie days in 1997. He firmly opposes fighting, promoting tough yet rule-abiding play. Despite a minor scuffle in the first padded practice, maintaining his no-fighting stance will be tested during joint practices with the Washington Commanders.

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New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel is instilling a culture of discipline at training camp, reflecting on his own rookie days in 1997. He firmly opposes fighting, promoting tough yet rule-abiding play. Despite a minor scuffle in the first padded practice, maintaining his no-fighting stance will be tested during joint practices with the Washington Commanders.