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Internal probe finds Dianna Russini’s ties to Patriots coach to be ‘awkward’ and ‘uncomfortable’

The Athletic found its former NFL reporter Dianna Russini had a close, “awkward” and “uncomfortable” relationship with coach Mike Vrabel that she should’ve disclosed, the New York Times-owned digital sports publication said Thursday.

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Brimstone Report is tracking this as a curated sports brief. The source report from NBC News says: The Athletic found its former NFL reporter Dianna Russini had a close, “awkward” and “uncomfortable” relationship with coach Mike Vrabel that she should’ve disclosed, the New York Times-owned digital sports publication said Thursday.

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  • Primary source: NBC News
  • Published: Sep 3, 2026, 5:04 PM UTC
  • Coverage area: Sports
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