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Dianna Russini opens up on ‘nightmare’ affair scandal for first time

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Dianna Russini opens up on ‘nightmare’ affair scandal for first time

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NFL insider Dianna Russini reflected on “the nightmare” aftermath of her and Patriots coach Mike Vrabel’s photo scandal that broke in March and led to her resigning from The Athletic.

During an interview with People, published on Monday, Russini explained that her husband, Kevin Goldschmidt, supported her through the “heartbreaking” matter — and she revealed her return to sports media.

“The best way to describe what the last six months were like for me is heartbreaking,” Russini said. “At the beginning of this, it was a nightmare.”

Mike Vrabel, left, and reporter Dianna Russini stand together on Jan. 15, 2020.

Mike Vrabel and reporter Dianna Russini on January 15, 2020. Dianna Russini/Instagram

The former ESPNer explained that she is launching “The Russini Report,” a one-hour show that will stream on BetUS TV’s website and X account beginning Wednesday at 12 p.m. ET.

Russini will also write an accompanying column to the series.

That’s not all.

ESPN sideline reporter Dianna Russini looks on during an NFL game between the Los Angeles Rams and Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, November 10, 2019.

ESPN sideline reporter Dianna Russini looks on during an NFL game between the Los Angeles Rams and Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, November 10, 2019. Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

Russini said she will be a featured contributor on the “Nobody’s Safe” podcast with host Jon Weiner, popularly known as “Stugotz.”

“In a time when it was easy to pile on, and I think people were enjoying watching my career fall apart, Jon was really bold and loyal, and he was a friend to me,” Russini said.

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel and reporter Dianna Russini stand at the Ambiente Sedona hotel in Sedona, Arizona, on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel and reporter Dianna Russini stand at the Ambiente Sedona hotel in Sedona, Arizona, on Saturday, March 28, 2026. © Page SIx

Russini also said received support NFL team owners, agents, general managers, head coaches and players, including “star quarterbacks.”

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