Vrabel, a Patriots Hall of Famer, has experience, can deal with media demands and expectations, plus has the bona fide Patriot pedigree.

Mike Vrabel interviewed for the New England Patriots’ vacant head coaching job on Thursday. There have been questions as to what his staff could potentially look like if he’s ultimately hired for the job.

The Patriots interviewed Mike Vrabel for their head-coaching vacancy Thursday, the team announced. Vrabel is the third candidate to meet with the team, following former NFL coordinators Byron Leftwich and Pep Hamilton on Tuesday.