New England Patriots players are rallying around head coach Mike Vrabel after a recent off-field controversy involving reporter Dianna Russini made headlines, and quarterback Drake Maye is leading the charge of support.

"We're here for coach, we love coach," Maye said Wednesday when asked about the situation, making it clear the locker room stands firmly behind their leader.

The scandal erupted after leaked photos showed Vrabel and Russini together at a resort, with images capturing them holding hands, dancing, and sitting in a hot tub. Vrabel addressed the issue with the team and missed Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft to spend time with his family. Both parties initially denied the allegations, but the photos prompted Vrabel to speak publicly about the matter.

Now back with the team, Vrabel has received an outpouring of support from players and fans alike. Tight end Hunter Henry confirmed that Vrabel addressed the team directly and "did a great job" handling the situation, though he declined to share further details. Linebacker Robert Spillane echoed the sentiment, saying he would "support [Vrabel] as he would be there to support me," and emphasized that the team's focus remains on football inside the building. Both Henry and Spillane served as team captains last season.

The Patriots' fan base has also shown its loyalty. At a season-ticket holder event Tuesday, Vrabel received a warm welcome and a standing ovation, sparked by the team's radio analyst, signaling that the community is ready to move forward together.

For a team building toward the future with a young quarterback like Maye, this unified front speaks volumes about the culture Vrabel has cultivated in New England. When the going gets tough, the Patriots stick together—and that's the kind of team spirit fans love to support, whether in the stands or in their game-day gear.