The New England Patriots, under new head coach Mike Vrabel, undertook a major roster overhaul, which was considered one of, if not the worst, in the NFL. Ostensibly, it wasn't a great picture for Vrabel overall. However, Mike Vrabel is one of the most astute NFL personnel men in the game and one of the best coaches. He knew differently.
Vrabel was keenly aware that if you have the key building block on hand, anything is possible. He knew he had the most essential piece in quarterback Drake Maye, without whose presence in Foxborough, the popular Vrabel would likely have decided to coach elsewhere.