New York Times investigates reporter Dianna Russini’s Vrabel coverage amid photo uproar

Veteran NFL reporter sidelined during review

Reporter, coach photographed at Sedona resort

The New York Times Company is reviewing coverage by NFL reporter Dianna Russini involving New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel after photos of the two together at an Arizona resort prompted internal concern, ESPN reported Friday citing people familiar with the matter.

Russini, who works for The Times-owned The Athletic, has been sidelined while the review is ongoing, a source said.