New England Patriots' head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed when speaking to media Friday morning the Patriots would have conversations about bringing recently released former first round pick Christian Wilkins to New England.

The front office applied major financial resources this offseason in acquiring linebackers who better align with Vrabel’s mold — including three who played for him.

Head coach Mike Vrabel led a 75-minute walkthrough, where players did not run or compete after two days of practicing under a hot sun. In fact, they wore sneakers, ballcaps and bucket hats while pacing through drills.