 Why is Mike Vrable not playing? Too old, too slow, and definitely too beat-up. Where did Mike Vrable grow up? Mike Vrable grew up in Akron, Ohio. I went to Ohio State for college. How many rings does Mike Vrable have? Mike Vrable has three Super Bowl rings. Does Mike Vrable have a brother? No, Mike Vrable does not have a brother. Mike Vrable is an only child. What position did Mike Vrable play? Mike Vrable played outside linebacker, inside linebacker, defensive line, and tight end occasionally on the goal line.