Patriots coach Mike Vrabel jumped into a brawl during a joint practice with the Commanders, sustaining a bloody cheek. Quarterback Drake Maye praised Vrabel's actions, viewing them as indicative of the team's desired intensity and fighting spirit. Vrabel's intervention, while potentially risky, might signal a shift towards a more aggressive approach for the Patriots, who have lacked this quality in recent years.

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