Mike Vrabel praises Patriots edge rushing depth ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel expressed confidence in his edge rusher unit during the team's final mandatory minicamp on June 13, 2026. He highlighted the addition of Dre’Mont Jones and the development of players like Elijah Ponder and Bradyn Swinson. Jones, signed this offseason to a three-year deal, looks to build on a successful 2025 season. The team also signed Jesse Luketa and has promising rookie Gabe Jacas among its depth options. With this strong competition for snaps, Vrabel is optimistic about the unit's potential moving forward.
- •Mike Vrabel praises edge rushing depth at minicamp on June 13, 2026.
- •Dre’Mont Jones signed for three years after a successful 2025 season.
- •Elijah Ponder recorded four sacks last season for the Patriots.
- •Bradyn Swinson and Jesse Luketa are competing for snaps this season.
- •Rookie Gabe Jacas adds to the team's edge rusher prospects.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots coach Mike Vrabel shared true thoughts on banged-up edge unit
"Patriots coach Mike Vrabel had high praise for the edge rushing depth on the roster.
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