The New England Patriots have traded quarter back Matt Cassel and linebacker Mike Vrabel to the Kansas City Chiefs for a 2nd round (34th overall) draft pick.
The Patriots had tagged Cassel as their franchise player which guarantees the QB $14.65 million next year. Vrabel was one of the leaders of the Patriots defense and made a name for himself on the offensive side of the ball as well occasionally catching TD passes as a tight end.