Vrabel: Players Can Feel How They Feel

After the Patriots' preseason finale loss, Vrabel was asked about Gonzalez's frustration with the slow pace of contract talks. "I have conversations with Christian, and I understand that this is probably something that's difficult," Vrabel said via Patriots Wire. "I've never been in that position to this extent. Try to treat it with class, but he and I communicate, and our players are always free to feel how they feel." capturengo.org

Gonzalez, under contract for two more seasons, expressed frustration earlier this week. The sides don't appear close to an agreement. The Seahawks' recent four-year, $132 million deal with cornerback Devon Witherspoon could provide a template, as both players share agent Reggie Johnson.