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Patriots won’t be able to take any steps forward if they can’t get out of their own way

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In the Patriots’ video room at Gillette Stadium, Mike Vrabel and his coaching staff have made a few impromptu renovations.

Plastered on the wall is a poster — mapping out the key principles set down by New England’s head coach as the team tries to cultivate a sustainable and successful culture.

The four foundations to New England’s identity:

1. Effort And Finish
2. Ball Security & Ball Disruption
3. Details, Technique and Fundamentals
4. Make Great Decisions

Vrabel’s ongoing endeavor when it comes to re-establishing the Patriots as a perennial powerhouse will be far from easy.