Mike Vrabel expects Christian Gonzalez to play in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 8:22 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
The New England Patriots are preparing to open the season against the Seattle Seahawks on September 9 in a rematch of Super Bowl LX. Head coach Mike Vrabel stated he expects every healthy player currently under contract to participate in the game. Cornerback Christian Gonzalez remains the subject of ongoing contract negotiations, though he is under contract through 2027. Gonzalez returned to full practice participation on August 24 after missing two weeks of camp. While no extension has been officially announced, his trainer suggested the two sides have been nearing a deal. Vrabel indicated his expectation for player availability could be adjusted based on private conversations as the game nears.
- •The New England Patriots play the Seattle Seahawks on September 9.
- •Mike Vrabel expects all healthy players under contract to be available.
- •Christian Gonzalez is under contract through 2027.
- •Negotiations for a potential contract extension remain ongoing.
- •Christian Gonzalez returned to full practice on August 24.
- 8:22 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots Announce Christian Gonzalez Status Ahead of Super Bowl Rematch
"The New England Patriots are less than a week from their Super Bowl rematch with the Seattle Seahawks, and Mike Vrabel is still operating with the expectation that Christian Gonzalez will be available.Vrabel was asked Thursday whether he expects Gonzalez to play in the Sept. 9 opener as the star cornerback’s contract negotiations continue to […] The post Patriots Announce Christian Gonzalez Status Ahead of Super Bowl Rematch appeared first on HEAVY.
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