On the front tonightNFL Insider Steps Down Amid Photo Controversy With Patriots Coach
Today's story
Athletic probes Russini-Vrabel as NFL deal discussed
The Athletic is negotiating an expanded partnership with the NFL even as it investigates former reporter Dianna Russini for possible conflicts of interest related to Patriots coach Mike Vrabel, and Russini resigned while Vrabel sought counseling amid the fallout. Critics question the timing of a potential collaboration with the league, suggesting it could raise conflicts of interest and affect the NFL’s integrity as discussions progress about placing Athletic content on NFL platforms.
Sports · 5 sources · Aug 25, 2026Read it
The journal
Open the journal →The conversation starts in the journal — be the first to post.
About Dianna Russini
Dianna Marie Russini is an American former sports journalist who worked as a National Football League (NFL) reporter and insider.
Everything about Dianna Russini →- Occupation
- editor, association football player
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- February 11, 1983