Things are looking up for the New England Patriots. Much of the optimism heading into the 2025 season revolves around the person calling the shots on the sideline: Mike Vrabel.
On the field, the former Patriots linebacker was a beast, earning an All-Pro and Pro Bowl bid while helping New England win three Super Bowls.
Off the field, the 49-year-old Vrabel has enjoyed more success, earning NFL Coach of the Year honors in 2021 with the Tennessee Titans.
It’s that pedigree which landed him at No. 16 in CBS Sports’ ranking of all 32 NFL head coaches.