Mike Vrabel arrives to Patriots press conference with puppy in hand as he dodges Dianna Russini question

Mike Vrabel had his first New England Patriots press conference of training camp this week, which — most importantly, of course — marked his first real time in front of reporters since the offseason fallout involving Dianna Russini. Naturally, Vrabel came locked and loaded with a response ... just not the kind you saw coming. Frankly, it's not the kind any of us saw coming, but I'll admit, it was a solid plan. The second-year coach showed up to his presser with a dog in hand. That's right. A DOG