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Patriots’ Mike Vrabel Works Hands-On With ASU Tackle Max Iheanachor at Pro Day

The scene underscores New England’s search for help at tackle after a season of heavy sacks.

Overview

  • Vrabel ran on-field drills with Arizona State tackle Max Iheanachor at the Sun Devils’ pro day Friday in a video that quickly spread online.
  • The workout drew a heavy scouting presence, with reports naming Falcons GM Ian Cunningham, Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort, Bears GM Ryan Poles, and Giants head coach John Harbaugh among attendees.
  • Iheanachor’s profile has risen, with Bleacher Report ranking him the No. 6 offensive tackle and No. 77 overall prospect, and he posted a 4.91-second 40-yard dash at the combine.
  • Evaluators cite high-end traits but point to raw technique, noting unrefined footwork, inconsistent leverage, and lapses in spatial awareness that will require coaching.
  • The Patriots allowed 48 regular-season sacks and gave up six more in the Super Bowl, keeping tackle help in play early in next month’s draft.