A.J. Brown reflects on Mike Vrabel's tough coaching style

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

A.J. Brown reflects on Mike Vrabel's tough coaching style
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A.J. Brown expressed his appreciation for head coach Mike Vrabel during a recent interview. As a new addition to the New England Patriots, Brown recalled that Vrabel was very demanding during their time together in Tennessee. Initially, Brown struggled with Vrabel's tough approach, but he later recognized that it was meant to push him towards improvement. Their relationship strengthened over time, culminating in a recent conversation where Vrabel reiterated his straightforward coaching directive: 'Get open and catch the ball.'

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  • A.J. Brown joins the New England Patriots this offseason.
  • He previously played under Mike Vrabel in Tennessee.
  • Brown found Vrabel's tough coaching style challenging at first.
  • Their relationship improved as Brown recognized Vrabel's intentions.
  • Vrabel's key advice to Brown remains consistent: catch the ball.
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  • 1:33 PMYahoo SportsA.J. Brown: Mike Vrabel being tough on me pushed me to become the player I am
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