Mike Vrabel fires back at Bills safety after postgame rant

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel responded to critical postgame comments made by Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson following New England's 29-26 victory. After Gardner-Johnson claimed the game-winning touchdown was caught by an apparent practice squad player, Vrabel took a swipe on WEEI's The Greg Hill Show, stating that for someone on eight teams in four years, Gardner-Johnson must know the drill.

The game-winning score was actually made by second-year receiver Efton Chism, who joined New England as an undrafted free agent in 2025 and has remained on the active roster. Chism recorded two receptions for 42 yards on the decisive drive, including the 23-yard touchdown, stepping up after wideout Mack Hollins exited with a calf injury.