The Los Angeles Chargers have done it again—dropping a 2026 NFL schedule release video that's already breaking the internet, and this time, they're taking some well-aimed shots at New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and his highly publicized scandal with former NFL reporter Dianna Russini.

For those who haven't been following the drama, Vrabel has been at the center of a years-long controversy involving his relationship with Russini, who previously worked for The Athletic. Over the past month, a flood of photos and videos have surfaced showing the pair together, dating back to Vrabel's tenure with the Tennessee Titans. The story has been a hot topic across sports media, and the Chargers—known for their sharp social media game—decided to lean right into it.

In their Halo-themed schedule release video, the Chargers cleverly weave in references to the scandal. A notification from the New York Post—the publication that's been breaking much of the story—pops up on screen. Then, in a particularly cheeky moment, a sign appears reading "Next Photo Dump 1 Mile," a clear nod to the leaked images that have kept the rumor mill churning. The video even includes a tweet-style message: "NYPost sent you a message," adding another layer of playful trolling.

This isn't the first time the Chargers have used their schedule release to poke fun at opponents—their social media team has built a reputation for producing laugh-out-loud content that fans eagerly anticipate each year. And with Los Angeles set to face New England in Week 12, the timing couldn't be more perfect.

The NFL has made it clear they won't intervene in teams using off-field stories in their videos, so expect more teams to follow suit as the season approaches. As for Vrabel and the Patriots, this scandal isn't fading into the background anytime soon—it's likely to follow them straight into the 2026 campaign, adding an extra layer of intrigue to what's already shaping up to be a fascinating season.