When Mike Vrabel joined the ManningCast, it wasn’t just football talk — it was story time gold! The former Tennessee Titans head coach dropped a hilarious gem about his old pal Urban Meyer, and it’s classic Meyer chaos.
Imagine a football legend walking straight into a “what not to do” moment, and you’ve got the vibe. Vrabel’s deadpan delivery had Peyton and Eli Manning cracking up as he painted the picture.
Mike Vrabel Shares Urban Meyer’s Epic Fail on ManningCast
When it comes to awkward NFL stories, Vrabel might’ve just delivered the GOAT. During his ManningCast appearance, the ex-Titans head coach unleashed a jaw-dropper about Meyer that had Peyton, Eli, and the entire internet rolling.
Picture this: Meyer, mid-tenure as the Jacksonville Jaguars’ HC, runs into Vrabel — an NFL HC and his former defensive line coach at Ohio State (2012-13). Meyer’s opener was a casual, “Do I know you?”
Vrabel’s reply was the mic drop we all dream of: “Yeah, I’m the head coach for the Titans, and I worked for you for two years.” Savage.
when Urban Meyer was coaching the Jaguars he ran into Mike Vrabel
Urban: “do I know you?”
Vrabel: “yea, I’m the Head Coach for the Titans and I worked for you for two years” pic.twitter.com/29nmwGDjVw
— Warren Sharp (@SharpFootball) November 26, 2024
For context, Vrabel wasn’t exactly hiding in the shadows during their Buckeye days. He was a key figure under Meyer’s reign, helping shape a championship-level defense. Fast-forward to the NFL and Vrabel’s now one of the league’s top coaches, leading the Titans to multiple playoff runs though he is not at the helm of a team in 2024. Meyer not recognizing him is certainly meme-worthy.
And it gets better. Earlier in the ManningCast, the Mannings aired a clip of Owen Wilson at a celebrity flag football game, introducing himself to Meyer, who blanked again.
“Who are you? How do I know you?” Meyer asked. Wilson, unfazed, shot back, “I’m on your team.”
If Meyer’s time in the NFL wasn’t already infamous, Vrabel’s story cements it in legend. For now, we’re just thankful Vrabel delivered the punchline. As for Meyer — he might want to bring flashcards next time.
Vrabel Keeps Fans Guessing About NFL Coaching Future
Vrabel, now a consultant for the Cleveland Browns, didn’t spill much about his coaching future during his Monday night appearance on the ManningCast. The former Titans HC offered a glimpse into his current role but dodged questions about what’s next on his NFL journey.
Vrabel, who joined the Browns in March after his firing by Tennessee, has embraced his new title as a “coaching and personnel consultant.” Hailing from Akron, Ohio, Vrabel shared his appreciation for the Browns organization and his hometown ties.
“The adjustment has been really cool. I’ve enjoyed the Haslam family,” Vrabel said, sporting a Browns quarter-zip. “I grew up a Browns fan.”
While his exact duties remain unclear, Vrabel has been on the sidelines for the Browns’ last two games, earpiece in place, listening to play-by-play decisions. Browns HC Kevin Stefanski called him “a great resource” who contributes both during the week and on game days.
With head coach positions available with the New Orleans Saints and New York Jets, speculation is brewing about where Vrabel could land next. For now, the seasoned coach seems content playing the long game — keeping fans, and perhaps the league, guessing.