Is Mike Vrabel Waiting For People To Forget His Affair With Dianna Russini? Here's What We Know

A while ago, a crisis strategist explained that Mike Vrabel is waiting for the rumours around his affair row with Dianna Russini to die down on its own rather than taking accountability.

10 May 2026, 04:32 by Kriti Gupta · BollywoodShaadis

The New England Patriots' head coach, Mike Vrabel’s alleged affair with former NFL insider of The Athletic, Dianna Russini are currently the talk-of-the-town. Recently, TMZ leaked a video clip of the duo going on a boat ride despite Dianna being nearly seven-moths pregnant with her first child with Kevin Goldschmidt. Amid that, a crisis strategist named Molly McPherson revealed that Mike might be waiting for the rumours to die down on its own.

Mike Vrabel is waiting for the world to forget his alleged affair with Dianna Russini

A few hours ago, a crisis strategist, Molly McPherson came forward and shared her thoughts on the ongoing scandal involving Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel. Talking about the same, Molly explained that the gossip won’t stop until Mike Vrabel takes accountability for the same. However, according to her, the Patriots’ head coach is waiting for it to die down on its own. As per TOI, Molly was quoted as saying:

"The drama will continue to have legs until Vrabel takes accountability. Mike Vrabel is counting on everybody to forget this. But the Internet and the press won’t… This is what happens when you dodge, dodge, dodge… Had he just admitted it in the beginning, everyone would have been fine… Just take ownership."

Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini ‘laughed’ off the cosy photos

In early April 2026, when Page Six released some cosy photos of Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini, they initially laughed it off and explained that they went with a group and it was nothing more than a formal meeting. However, the rumours escalated when Dianna resigned as the insider of The Athletic. Even though she refused to entertain the gossip, her resignation made netizens believe that there might be something true in the controversy. Well, for those who do not know, a part of Dianna’s resignation was:

"I have covered the NFL with professionalism and dedication throughout my career, and I stand behind every story I have ever published. When the Page Six item first appeared, The Athletic supported me unequivocally, expressed confidence in my work and pride in my journalism. For that I am grateful."

Is Dianna Russini getting divorced from her husband, Kevin Goldschmidt?

It is worth mentioning that ever since Dianna Russini resigned from The Athletic, she has vanished from the limelight. If sources are to be believed, Dianna is focusing on her family and giving a good environment to her children, Michael and Joey. Coming to her husband, Kevin Goldschmidt, he has maintained a dignified silence on the matter. While multiple insiders have been urging Kevin to file for divorce, the Shake Shack executive seems to be supporting Dianna amid the controversy.

Where is Mike Vrabel amid the affair row?

Even though Dianna Russini has resigned, Mike Vrabel is still the head coach of the New England Patriots. However, his job remains in danger. Some reports claim that even though Mike Vrabel is getting support from his NFL team, he might get fired if the team does not perform well. The early defeats of the team might bring more attention to Mike and Dianna’s controversy, suggesting if the latter is the reason behind the former’s distraction.

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In his personal life, Mike Vrabel also seems to be facing issues in his married life with Jen Vrabel. A few days ago, Jen was spotted wearing a wedding ring, hinting at her commitment towards Mike. It is worth noting that Mike and Jen are also parents to two children. As of now, Jen is planning to fix the issues in her life, however, a source once claimed that she is feeling embarrassed and humiliated with the situation.

What are your thoughts on Molly McPherson’s revelations about Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini? Let us know.