"New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel has presided over an impressive single-season turnaround that ranks among the greatest in NFL history, taking a squad that posted a 4-13 record in 2024 to a 14-3 mark on the way to a Super Bowl LX berth this year. It's a return to championship-contending form for the franchise, which Patriots linebacker Christian Elliss attributes to the "culture" that Vrabel has instilled in the team."
"After having a strong breakout campaign a season ago, Elliss, a former undrafted free agent who saw most of his early career playing time on special teams, has continued to build on that success with Vrabel's coaching this year. The Idaho product has recorded career bests in tackles (94) and defensive snap count percentage (57%), while putting up his second-highest marks in pass deflections (three), quarterback hits (three), stuffs (three), and Pro Football Focus rating (61.4)."
Mike Vrabel led the New England Patriots from a 4-13 2024 season to a 14-3 record and a Super Bowl LX berth in one season. Vrabel established a team culture credited by linebacker Christian Elliss for the turnaround. Elliss, a former undrafted free agent, recorded career highs with 94 tackles and a 57% defensive snap share, plus notable marks in pass deflections, quarterback hits, stuffs, and a 61.4 PFF rating. During the postseason Elliss provided 16 tackles, a sack, forced fumble, fumble recovery, and key pressure in the AFC Championship that catalyzed a touchdown.
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