{
  "id": 280119,
  "title": "Pool games and football: The Patriots duo Mike Vrabel won't split up",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/07/pool-games-and-football-the-patriots-duo-mike-vrabel-wont-split-up",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-07T20:56:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/pool-games-football-patriots-duo-205640519.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a recent training session, Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel established two key guidelines for player selection for the upcoming scrimmage. The first rule was that Drake Maye would play alongside starting center Jared Wilson to foster their growing chemistry for the season. The second rule, however, was where Vrabel's playful nature shone through as he announced that Mack Hollins and Efton Chism would be a \"package deal.\" This pairing was a result of Hollins' impressive performance during his first year as an undrafted free agent, while Chism, a rookie entering the league, had benefited from Chism's inspiring presence during the previous season. The coach's enthusiasm for their bond was evident, as he recalled the two of them engaging in playful activities like pool games and rehabilitation exercises, demonstrating their dedication to mutual growth and support. Vrabel emphasized the significance of their relationship, stating, \"It's unbelievable. They work out, train, and push each other. It's a really cool thing to see.\" Both Hollins and Chism have made it clear that their connection and commitment to each other's development has been instrumental in their success.",
  "summary": "Efton Chism and Mack Hollins have become a hilarious and lovable duo on the Patriots' roster.",
  "key_points": [
    "Mike Vrabel splits up Mike Vrabel and Mack Hollins for scrimmage.",
    "Drake Maye paired with Jared Wilson for chemistry development.",
    "Hollins and Chism bond through pool games and rehab exercises."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": "https://urgent.news/ill/280119.png",
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}