Gabe Jacas cleared to play for Patriots against Packers on Sunday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 1:32 PM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
The New England Patriots announced rookie edge rusher Gabe Jacas is cleared to play following a knee injury. Jacas suffered the injury during last week’s victory over the Miami Dolphins but returned to full practice participation on Friday. His availability is crucial for a Patriots defense facing the Green Bay Packers, both teams entering with a 5-3 record and playoff aspirations. Jacas leads all rookie edge defenders in run stops and has become a key player for New England, compensating for the absence of veteran Harold Landry.
- •Gabe Jacas was cleared after missing practice earlier in the week.
- •He is expected to face Packers quarterback Jordan Love.
- •Jacas has 10 run stops and ranks second among rookies with 23 pressures.
- •Patriots are adjusting their defense due to Harold Landry's absence.
- •Both teams have post-season ambitions with matching records.
- 1:32 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots Receive Major Gabe Jacas Injury Boost Ahead of Packers Showdown
"The promising rookie pass rusher has been cleared to play Sunday after a knee injury threatened to sideline one of […]
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