Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel reveals how ‘little sensitive’ action from NFL official shocked him
Mike Vrabel picked up a major penalty in the New England Patriots’ narrow win against the Buffalo Bills, and he addressed the situation with the official after the game. The New England Patriots bounced back from a disappointing few games with a 29-26 win against the Buffalo Bills.
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel revealed how a seemingly minor incident during his team's narrow victory against the Buffalo Bills shocked him. In the second quarter, Vrabel was penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct after using profanity at an official regarding a defensive holding call on Marcus Jones. This penalty shifted Buffalo's position to the 6-yard line, leading to a touchdown from Josh Allen and leveling the score.
After the game, Vrabel discussed the situation with the official, expressing his disbelief at the call. "I told him that was a terrible 'effing' call," Vrabel stated, adding that he believed the officiating was not accurate. While Vrabel's language may have been excessive, he apologized to the official, acknowledging his players' response and expressing a desire to improve his behavior in such moments.
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