Mike Vrabel on Christian Gonzalez: I expect every healthy player to play and practice

Christian Gonzalez returned to Patriots practice last week, but the cornerback’s lack of a contract extension has led some to wonder if he might be off the field again as the team heads into their Week 1 game against the Seahawks.

Head coach Mike Vrabel fielded a question about that possibility during an appearance on WEEI on Monday morning.

“I expect him to be there today and I’m gonna focus on today,” Vrabel said. “I expect every healthy player to play and practice for our football team. That’s my expectation as a head coach.”

PFT reported on Sunday that Gonzalez and the Patriots are still engaged in contract talks despite what’s…

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