The most important addition to the New England Patriots in the 20325 offseason was Mike Vrabel. While the Head Coach won't throw a pass or make a block (except in practice!), he's the reason for a 180-degree turnaround at Gillette this season.
Not only have Vrabel's incoming personnel decisions been as solid as a Gibraltar in free agency, but he also aced the draft and reeled in a few top-notch undrafted free agents, to boot. The offseason graded a straight A on paper, and it may turn out to be better on the field.
One aspect of the seismic shift in Foxborough has been the noted "Culture Shift" exhibited under Vrabel.