Patriots HC Mike Vrabel makes feelings clear on being labeled "underdogs" ahead of Bills clash

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Patriots HC Mike Vrabel makes feelings clear on being labeled "underdogs" ahead of Bills clash

Mike Vrabel is enjoying quite the success so far in his debut campaign with the New England Patriots. They are scheduled to face the Buffalo Bills on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET.

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However, despite a strong resume, oddsmakers have the Patriots as 1.5 underdogs at home against the Bills in Week 15. On Wednesday, Mike Vrabel was asked to share his thoughts on being labeled as underdogs at home.

"That's what they are," Vrabel said. "They're called oddsmakers. Not people. There's a lot of people in Las Vegas, only a few of them that they trust to set the line.
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"No, I mean, it gets brought to my attention. I don't think that- every week you see in this league the records really don't mean anything. The points spreads and survivor pools get blown up every week and all that other stuff. So, we're just trying to focus on our preparation and get back into it. Had a good Monday, excited about the meetings thus far today, and then progress through the week."
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Mike Vrabel and the Patriots had a bye in Week 14. Before that, they secured a 33-15 victory over the New York Giants. This win helped them secure a 10-game winning streak.

The Patriots sit on top of the AFC East with an 11-2 record. They are the No.2-seeded team behind the Denver Broncos, who also lead the AFC West with an 11-2 record and a 10-game winning streak.


Patriots linebacker Christian Elliss shares his honest thoughts on Mike Vrabel

On Tuesday, Patriots linebacker Christian Elliss made an appearance on "WEEI 93.7 FM."

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During this interview, he was questioned about what makes Mike Vrabel different from the other coaches that he's played under.

"Honestly, just being able to talk to him" Elliss said. "A lot of coaches are awkward by nature, or they play favorites by nature. You know, everybody has favorites one way or the other. But a lot of coaches let that get in front of their job.
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"And Mike's not like that. Mike is just very down-to-earth. You can talk to him about anything and he's someone that you want to play hard for. ... You joke around him on the field, go sit in his office, talk to him. Whatever you need to do in that moment. Mike's the guy that'll be there for you, be there for your family and, you know, put the team first."
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The Patriots vs Bills game will kick off at 1 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on CBS.

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