New England Patriots defensive coordinator is set to return with the team after dealing with medical issues during offseason.

During Tuesday's press conference, Vrabel fielded a handful questions from the media, as is the norm. The moment the presser took an edgier turn was when the Boston Globe's Ben Volin asked what Vrabel thought of the players returning to their first training camp practice after the NFL offseason, with an emphasis on their conditioning level.

While the New England Patriots operate in the sports world, the franchise joined the land of heavy metal Tuesday in mourning the loss of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne.

Every NFL head coach runs practice a little differently. In New England, Bill Belichick's practice script evolved over the years and featured a mix of team drills and individual periods. Last year under Jerod Mayo, Patriots training camp leaned heavily into 11-on-11 work.

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The New England Patriots released a statement after the death of Ozzy Osbourne. “The New England Patriots are saddened to learn of the passing of music legend Ozzy Osbourne, who provided the iconic intro for Patriots games for over 20 years. Condolences to his family and all who mourn his loss.”

“He literally stood behind me, took his hand, and stuck the towel down my pants,” Connolly told the outlet. “I walked around that game, feeling like I was carrying a loaded diaper the entire time. It was the most uncomfortable thing, but he was so crazy about not getting his hands wet that he would stuff s— down our pants.”

New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs was cleared to return to practice less than nine months after tearing the ACL in his right knee, according to ESPN. The 31-year-old Diggs will be on the field Wednesday for his first training camp with the Patriots after avoiding the physically unable to perform list.

Mafi failed to make the Patriots' final roster under Bill Belichick's successor, Jerod Mayo, the following season. He was quickly signed to the Indianapolis Colts ' practice squad before eventually being promoted to the main roster. The Colts signed him to a reserve/future contract in January and then waived him a few months later.