How Patriots' top coaching candidates differ in approach

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FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Quick-hit thoughts and notes around the New England Patriots and NFL:

1. Johnson vs. Vrabel: The candidacies of the Patriots' top two options for head coach -- Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and former New England linebacker and Titans head coach Mike Vrabel -- spark a compelling question for owner Robert Kraft to answer.

In what area is he more willing to assume the greatest risk: Culture or scheme?

In Johnson, the Patriots would pair promising quarterback Drake Maye with one of the NFL's most innovative, creative playcallers and play designers. But it's unknown what type of team culture the 38-year-old Johnson could…