New England Patriots Could Mike Vrabel keep 7 wide receivers on Patriots’ roster? Mike Vrabel discussed New England's wideout room on Friday before practice. Advertisement:Speaking to reporters ahead of Friday’s practice in Foxborough, Mike Vrabel didn’t miss a beat when asked if he’d be willing to roll into the season with seven wideouts. But Vrabel acknowledged Friday that New England believes Williams has a larger role to play moving forward. Advertisement:“I really, really know that Kyle is going to help us,” Vrabel said.