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Christian Elliss continues to prove Mike Vrabel and Patriots made the right decision

The aggressive Patriots' linebacker signed a 2-year contract during the 2025 offseason.

By Sara Marshall · Musket Fire

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 11:00 AM

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Musket Fire argues Christian Elliss has validated Mike Vrabel and the Patriots' decision to extend his contract.
Elliss has posted 51 combined tackles, five quarterback hits, and one sack through seven games this season.
The 27-year-old linebacker recorded his third double-digit tackle performance of the year against the Bears in Week 7.

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Musket Fire argues that linebacker Christian Elliss has validated head coach Mike Vrabel and the New England Patriots' decision to retain and extend him. Elliss signed a two-year contract earlier in the year that keeps him in New England through 2027, following an offseason where the Patriots matched an offer sheet from the Raiders.

Through seven games, Elliss has posted 51 combined tackles, five quarterback hits, and one sack, putting him on pace for a career-best campaign. Writer Sara Marshall highlights his physical play and viral hit on Aaron Rodgers as key examples of how he embodies Vrabel's aggressive defensive style.

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