Mike Vrabel shared there were a pair of key elements that made him want to hire Josh McDaniels. Read more on Boston.com.

Mike Vrabel has hired Josh McDaniels and Terrell Williams to be his top coordinators, while the Patriots have retained Jeremy Springer to lead special teams.

For the first time in 25 years, the Patriots will have a new-look defense. Here’s what to expect out of Terrell Williams and Mike Vrabel’s unit.