Vrabel and Russini Deny Affair Rumors After Photos

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and The Athletic senior NFL insider Dianna Russini are denying rumors of an affair after photographs emerged showing them embracing and holding hands at a luxury resort in Sedona, Arizona, on March 28, 2026.

The images, first published by Page Six, captured the two at the adults-only Ambiente Sedona resort, where they appeared to share a rooftop sunset moment, including a hug and intertwined fingers, as well as time by the pool and in a jacuzzi. Witnesses described seeing them together for breakfast on the resort's terrace and relaxing for nearly an hour afterward. The resort, known for its panoramic views of the Brins Mesa mountain range and high-end bungalows costing over $2,100 per night, markets itself as a romantic getaway.

Both Vrabel and Russini, who are married to other people, insisted the photos were taken out of context during a casual group gathering. Sources close to them said Vrabel, 50, traveled to Sedona with two male friends after attending a scouting event at Arizona State University in Tempe the previous day. He later checked into the Arizona Biltmore for an NFL competition committee meeting. Russini, 43, was in the...