Vrabel's Tough Love: The Fine Line Between Criticism and Expectation The New England Patriots' training camp has been abuzz with summer excitement, but one incident stands out. A. J.
Brown, the team's newly acquired wide receiver, was on the receiving end of a verbal rip from head coach Mike Vrabel during the first practice.
The play in question was a dropped pass that seemed to be within Brown's grasp. At first glance, Vrabel's reaction might seem harsh, but context is key.