Gabe Jacas bowls over coach during Patriots training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 9:58 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
New England Patriots rookie Gabe Jacas made an early impression at training camp on August 1, 2026, by running over outside linebackers coach Mike Smith during a drill. The moment was captured on video and quickly went viral. Jacas, viewed as a potential physical force for the Patriots, is expected to help bolster a position that has concerns following the departures and injuries of key players. He participated in practice despite being limited and may compete in team periods next week, according to reports. Team officials are optimistic about his impact moving forward.
- •Gabe Jacas impressed at his first training camp practice.
- •He ran over OLB coach Mike Smith in a drill.
- •The Patriots lack depth at edge rusher this season.
- •Jacas was a limited participant at practice.
- •He may compete in team periods next week.
- 9:58 PMYahoo Sports — Viral video of Patriots rookie Gabe Jacas running over OLB coach
"New England Patriots rookie edge rusher Gabe Jacas took a drill very seriously, as he bowled over outside linebackers coach Mike Smith.
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