Mike Vrabel comments on Christian Gonzalez's minicamp participation status

New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel addressed Christian Gonzalez's limited participation in mandatory minicamp on June 11, 2026. While Gonzalez is present, he has not engaged in full-speed drills or 11-on-11s due to ongoing contract discussions, with his current salary of $4.8 million reflecting a discrepancy for a player of his caliber. Vrabel indicated that both he and Gonzalez are on the same page about the situation, emphasizing that it is 'just business' as they work towards a potential contract extension. There is optimism that a deal can be reached soon to avoid prolonging the negotiation process.

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