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Gabe Jacas signs rookie contract with Patriots ahead of training camp

NFL News • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 2:49 PM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Gabe Jacas signs rookie contract with Patriots ahead of training camp

Summary

Gabe Jacas has signed a four-year, $8.6 million rookie contract with the New England Patriots. The second-round draft pick was selected 55th overall in this year’s draft from Illinois. Jacas had not reported to training camp due to ongoing contract negotiations, missing the first practice. Head coach Mike Vrabel expressed optimism regarding the contract resolution. The Patriots will begin their 2026 training camp with four consecutive days of practice, starting Saturday.

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•Gabe Jacas was drafted 55th overall by the Patriots.
•He signed a four-year, $8.6 million contract.
•Jacas missed the first training camp practice this week.
•Head coach Mike Vrabel remained optimistic about the contract situation.
•The Patriots start training camp with four days of practices.

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4:51 PMNFL News — NFL news roundup: Patriots second-round pick Gabe Jacas signs rookie deal; 2026 draft class signed in full - NFL.com
6:20 PMYahoo Sports — Details revealed in Gabe Jacas' rookie deal, as Patriots holdout ends
2:55 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots agree to deal with rookie holdout on Day 1 of training camp
2:49 PMYahoo Sports — Gabe Jacas finally signs rookie contract with Patriots, per report

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