NFL Not Reviewing Patriots Coach Vrabel Over Photos

League says no investigation into coach's conduct with reporter Dianna Russini

Apr. 19, 2026 at 12:31am

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the abstract forms of a football coach and sports reporter, rendered in muted earth tones and deep blues to convey the serious nature of the story.The NFL's decision not to investigate a Patriots coach's interaction with a reporter raises questions about the boundaries between sports, media, and public perception.Sedona Today

The NFL has confirmed it is not reviewing New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel's behavior after photos surfaced of him with NFL insider Dianna Russini at a resort in Sedona, Arizona. League spokesman Brian McCarthy stated the personal conduct policy does not apply in this case, despite concerns over the potential impact on public confidence in the NFL.

Why it matters

As a high-profile coach, Vrabel's actions could be seen as a violation of the NFL's personal conduct policy, which requires league personnel to avoid behavior that could damage the integrity of the sport. However, the league's decision not to investigate suggests it does not view the incident as rising to that level.

The details

Photos published by Page Six showed Vrabel and NFL reporter Dianna Russini together at the Ambiente resort in Sedona, Arizona on March 28. The nature of their interaction is unclear, but the league has decided not to review Vrabel's conduct as part of its personal conduct policy.

  • Photos of Vrabel and Russini were published on March 28, 2026.

The players

Mike Vrabel

Head coach of the New England Patriots.

Dianna Russini

NFL insider and reporter.

Brian McCarthy

NFL spokesman who stated the league is not reviewing Vrabel's conduct.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“The NFL is not reviewing Mike Vrabel's behavior as part of the league's personal conduct policy.”

— Brian McCarthy, NFL Spokesman

The takeaway

The NFL's decision not to investigate Vrabel's interaction with Russini suggests the league does not view the incident as a violation of its personal conduct standards, even if it raises questions about the boundaries between coaches, media, and public perception.