Patriots receive second-round pick for Vrabel, Cassel

The Patriots have announced that they have traded quarterback Matt Cassel and linebacker Mike Vrabel to the Kansas City Chiefs for a second-round pick in the 2009 NFL Draft. It will be the 34th overall pick in the draft. Commenting on the deal, Chiefs GM Scott Pioli said, "I have a long history with both players. Mike and Matt are men that I respect both personally and professionally. I look forward to having them as new members of the Chiefs family." For updates throughout the day go to the 'It Is What It Is Blog'. [1] -- (Feb. 28, 2:44 p.m.)