Fresh photos from March 2020, obtained by Page Six, show Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini getting cozy at a dimly lit bar in New York City's SoHo neighborhood. The images — which include what appears to be a kiss — suggest the pair were far more than casual acquaintances years before their recent Arizona meetup sparked controversy.
The newly surfaced pictures add context to the ongoing story, revealing that the Patriots head coach and the former NFL reporter had a history together long before this year's headlines. At the time, Vrabel was still coaching the Tennessee Titans, and Russini was covering the league for ESPN.
Vrabel has since addressed the situation, saying he's had "difficult conversations" with loved ones and the Patriots organization in the wake of the scandal.