Earlier this month, the New England Patriots made it official that Mike Vrabel would be their 16th head coach in the history of the organization. But just how long was this plan in the works? While the Patriots organization did bring in other candidates for their head coaching vacancy,

Mike Vrabel has returned to the Patriots after agreeing Sunday on a multi-year contract to become their new head coach, sources told ESPN.

Now, the Patriots have reportedly found their next coach, as ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Sunday morning that they're set to hire Mike Vrabel as their 16th head coach in franchise history.