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In a powerful message that reflects the New England Patriots\u2019 winning philosophy, head coach Mike Vrabel has made it clear that attitude is the foundation of success within the organization. “I value attitude over ability. If your skills aren\u2019t there yet, we can work and improve together. But if your attitude is lacking, you don\u2019t have a place on this team,” said Mike Vrabel, emphasizing the significance of mindset in creating a championship-caliber team.<\/p>\n
The Patriots’ leadership focuses on building a culture where players are encouraged to develop both their skills and their attitudes. While talent is vital for individual success, the Patriots firmly believe that a positive attitude is essential for long-term success and unity within the team. Players who embody the right mindset\u2014dedicated, hardworking, and selfless\u2014are the ones who will thrive in New England.<\/p>\n
Coach Mike Vrabel underscored that every player has the potential to improve their skills. With the right support, effort, and determination, anyone can enhance their game. However, the right attitude is non-negotiable. Players who do not embrace the team-first mentality or demonstrate accountability and commitment to improvement simply will not fit into the Patriots\u2019 culture.<\/p>\n
As the Patriots continue to build towards another competitive season, this mindset remains at the core of their approach. Every player, whether a rookie or veteran, must demonstrate not only the ability to contribute on the field but also the right attitude to contribute to the team\u2019s collective success.<\/p>\n
In New England, the message is clear: you may improve your skills over time, but without the right attitude, you won\u2019t have a place in the team. This emphasis on attitude ensures the Patriots are not just a collection of talented individuals, but a cohesive, unified team with one goal\u2014championship glory.<\/p>\n
The\u00a0Houston Texans\u00a0benefited from\u00a0Davis Mills\u2019 chemistry with\u00a0Nico Collins\u00a0in Week 10 against the\u00a0Jacksonville Jaguars, and they will need it against the\u00a0Tennessee Titans\u00a0in Week 11. Mills might not force the ball to Collins, but he will give him opportunities.<\/p>\n
The Texans are looking to get back to .500 in Week 11. And with that, they hope to regain some footing in the AFC South race.<\/p>\n
While it may not be Mills and the Texans\u2019 only plan, targeting Collins often would be wise.<\/p>\n
Mills (No. 67 overall)\u00a0 and Collins (No. 68 overall) were both selected in the third round of the 2021 draft by the Texans.<\/p>\n
They spent their first two seasons in the league as a budding QB-WR combo before the Texans selected Stroud No. 2 overall in 2023. Their rapport against the Jaguars \u2013 Collins turned a career-high 15 targets into a season-high 136 yards on seven receptions.<\/p>\n
\u201cThey were giving us some looks where he was isolated in one-on-one coverage, and we liked the matchup. And then, there were other things where we were trying to scheme him to get him open. Nico is extremely explosive with the ball in his hand. And as many times as we can get him the ball, good things usually happen for us, so. And it also, if defense will start covering him, it opens up a lot of our other guys, too,\u201d\u00a0Mills told reporters\u00a0on November 13.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhen he\u2019s playing well, I think our whole offense is going to do well. But I don\u2019t think anything was forced. It was just, Nico\u2019s going to make a play. He\u2019s open, he\u2019s running good routes, he\u2019s on time, and my offensive line\u2019s doing a great job protecting. So, yeah. Obviously, we want to try to get him the ball.\u201d<\/p>\n
Collins has 40 receptions for 550 yards and 3 touchdowns entering Week 11. He had four grabs for 79 yards against the Titans in their first meeting in Week 4.<\/p>\n
Mills finished the game with 292 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 1 interception in starter\u00a0C.J. Stroud\u2019s place. Mills also praised Texans offensive coordinator\u00a0Nick Caley\u00a0for not having \u201can ego at all.\u201d<\/p>\n
He also touted the environment in their quarterback room.<\/p>\n
\u201cI think that\u2019s one of the strengths of our quarterback room. I think everyone has a very open dialogue, and we talk through pretty much all the play calls that are going in the plan, and people\u2019s comfort levels,\u201d Mills said.<\/p>\n
\u201cEven when I wasn\u2019t playing, and C.J. was taking all the snaps throughout the game, there\u2019s still kind of some dialogue to make sure, if you ever get thrown in there, what are some of your favorites as well. Because anything can happen on game day. So, I think that\u2019s something that, just as a room. Most quarterback rooms throughout the league probably do that as well.\u201d<\/p>\n
Mills said Caley is \u201cwilling to take a shot\u201d on ideas, so long as \u201cit works\u201d and \u201cit\u2019s sound football-wise.\u201d<\/p>\n
Mills spoke after the game about\u00a0Danielle Hunter\u00a0offering him words of encouragement during the Texans\u2019 comeback.<\/p>\n
He drew lofty praise from\u00a0Will Anderson after leading them to victory.<\/p>\n
\u201cMan, I just seen a lion. I seen a lion on the hunt all day, man,\u201d\u00a0Anderson told reporters\u00a0on November 9. \u201cThe way he led his troops, man. Up and down the field, man. He\u2019s a star, and I\u2019m happy to have him. He\u2019s a blessing to this team. \u2018Whenever your number is called \u2026\u2019 His number was called, and he delivered for us, man. And it\u2019s really big for him, and this team.\u201d<\/p>\n
Whether Stroud returns to face the\u00a0Buffalo Bills in Week 12 or not, Mills has made a strong impression on the Texans in his first starting stint since Week 18 of the 2022 season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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