India, Sept. 4 -- The controversy surrounding Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini became one of the major storylines of the NFL offseason after photographs surfaced online that appeared to show the two, who were both married to other people, sharing what were described as intimate and affectionate moments.

There has been a recent development in the Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini controversy following the conclusion of an internal investigation by The Athletic.

The publication determined that Russini violated its editorial standards because of her undisclosed relationship with New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel, a situation that ultimately preceded her resignation from the outlet in April.

The Athletic's findings have also renewed inter...