In his first speech to Patriots players, Vrabel laid out a list of four rules they will have to adhere by going forward. He said he wants them to respect the organization, wear their hoodies down during team meetings, be on time and keep their cell phones away during team activities.

The New England Patriots are coming off their worst two-year stretch since the early-1990's. They named Mike Vrabel the 16th coach in franchise history as they look to turn things around.