Patriots coach Mike Vrabel updates on Gabe Jacas' return to practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 5:16 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel provided an update on Gabe Jacas' status on July 30, 2026. Jacas, the team's second-round pick, is currently on the active/non-football injury list as he continues to rehab a knee injury. Vrabel stated that Jacas is making significant progress and is closer to returning to practice. He spent time on Wednesday working with outside linebackers coach Mike Smith, despite having missed previous sessions due to contract and injury issues. The Patriots aim to enhance their pass rush this season with Jacas expected to play a key role.
- •Gabe Jacas signed a 4-year, $8.6 million contract on July 25.
- •Jacas remains on the active/non-football injury list while rehabbing his knee.
- •Vrabel noted Jacas is closer to returning to practice.
- •Jacas aims to fill a significant need in the Patriots' pass rush.
- 5:16 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots HC Mike Vrabel Shared the Latest on Gabe Jacas Returning to Play
"It’s been an odyssey for the New England Patriots getting second-round pick Gabe Jacas to sign his rookie contract. Now that that’s taken care of, they’ll need to get him back on the practice field.Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel shared the latest on Jacas on Thursday morning. There, he shared that he’s making massive progress. […] The post Patriots HC Mike Vrabel Shared the Latest on Gabe Jacas Returning to Play appeared first on HEAVY.
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