Mike Vrabel: I don't have any reaction to Dianna Russini report
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Key Points:
- The Athletic released the results of its internal review into reporter Dianna Russini’s relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel, following the publication of photos showing their relationship over several years.
- The review concluded that their relationship violated The Athletic’s standards, though no clear evidence was found that Russini used her reporting to promote Vrabel or his teams.
- Mike Semel, who led the investigation, noted that some of Russini’s favorable coverage of Vrabel appeared awkward or uncomfortable but did not prove biased intent.
- Vrabel missed the final day of the NFL draft for counseling after the photos were made public and stated at a press conference that he has no reaction to the findings and is focused on upcoming games.
