At the start of the 2025 season, cornerback Christian Gonzalez was set to miss a few games due to a lingering injury from the summer. It prompted widespread concern about the Patriots' secondary and had countless fans hoping Mike Vrabel would consider bringing back a familiar face to help ensure the defense was at its best for a successful start.
That feeling was only amplified when one cornerback, in particular, remained unsigned and had previously stated he would like to end his career in New England, making fans jump on the idea of bringing him back as soon as possible.