Dianna Russini resigns from The Athletic

Russini's departure comes just a week after she was sidelined by the New York Times-owned outlet as they reviewed the circumstances surrounding the viral photos.

While both Russini and Vrabel have denied any wrongdoing, the situation has sparked a wider debate about the double standards facing female journalists in sports media.

An internal email to staff emphasized the importance of maintaining strict credibility and professional boundaries.

Vrabel, meanwhile, has faced no formal consequences from the Patriots organization, leading to further scrutiny of the situation.