Christian Gonzalez misses OTAs as Patriots negotiate contract extension
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 7:14 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Christian Gonzalez has skipped OTAs while the New England Patriots work on extending his contract. He is present at the mandatory minicamp but may limit his participation until a new deal is signed. Patriots coach Mike Vrabel stated he is not involved in negotiation talks, clarifying that Gonzalez remains under his rookie contract. Although the negotiations are taking longer than anticipated, both sides have expressed interest in reaching an agreement. Gonzalez is expected to address the media soon for further updates.
- •Gonzalez skipped OTAs amid contract extension negotiations.
- •He is present at minicamp but may limit on-field work.
- •Vrabel confirmed he is not part of the negotiation process.
- •Both sides have shown interest in finalizing a new deal.
- •Gonzalez is expected to speak to the media soon.
- 7:14 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots' Mike Vrabel Issues Blunt Statement On About Christian Gonzalez Extension Talks
"The New England Patriots have reportedly been working to extend Christian Gonzalez, and he skipped OTAs while he waits for a new deal.
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