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How Protected is Mike Vrabel?
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- Apr 30, 2026
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Summary
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola dive deep into the powerful relationship between Robert Kraft, Mike Vrabel, and the NFL itself. How much political capital are Kraft and commissioner Roger Goodell really willing to spend to protect Vrabel’s standing around the league? Is Vrabel essentially the NFL’s ultimate made man—a coach whose reputation is safeguarded at the highest levels? 0:00 Chicago Bears Free Agency 13:30 Mike Vrabel 31:00 NFL Notes The conversation shifts to the Chicago Bears, where there’s still unfinished business in free agency. The guys identify a perfect EDGE rusher fit the Bears should be targeting right now. Plus, what exactly is going on with Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers? #chicagobears #bears #chicago #chicagosports #calebwilliams #sportstalk Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .