Mike Vrabel explains Christian Gonzalez's absence from practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 12:47 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel addressed the absence of cornerback Christian Gonzalez from joint training camp practice with the Indianapolis Colts on August 13. Vrabel clarified that Gonzalez's absence was due to an injury sustained during Monday's practice rather than a contract dispute. Despite ongoing negotiations, Gonzalez had been a full participant prior to the injury. The Patriots aim to have him back on the field for the upcoming season once he is deemed healthy.
- •Christian Gonzalez missed practice due to an injury, not a contract holdout.
- •Vrabel confirmed all healthy players participated in Tuesday's practice.
- •Gonzalez has been active throughout training camp until the injury.
- •Patriots are focused on securing a contract with Gonzalez soon.
- 12:47 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Vrabel reveals real reason Christian Gonzalez missed practice
"Patriots coach Mike Vrabel broke his silence on star cornerback Christian Gonzalez's absence from the team's joint training camp practice.
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