Patriots express mild annoyance at top draft pick Gabe Jacas' absence
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 4:58 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The New England Patriots are reportedly frustrated with Gabe Jacas, their second-round pick from the 2026 NFL Draft, due to his absence from organized team activities and mandatory minicamp. Reports indicate Jacas' no-show may be linked to an unsigned contract or an injury. While some sources believe the team is 'mildly annoyed,' others suggest they are not overly frustrated with the situation. Jacas was expected to enhance the team's pass rush, but his participation remains uncertain as he still needs to sign a contract before taking the field. The Patriots hope to see him in action soon to assess his potential.
- •Gabe Jacas was drafted 55th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •He missed OTAs and minicamp, reportedly due to injury or contract issues.
- •The Patriots are mildly annoyed but not overly frustrated with Jacas.
- •Expectations for Jacas' immediate impact should be tempered.
- •His contract status must be resolved for him to participate.
- 4:58 PMYahoo Sports — Why Patriots Reportedly Are 'Mildly Annoyed' With This Top Draft Pick
"A new report offers insight into why the New England Patriots are 'mildly annoyed' with one of their top picks from the 2026 NFL Draft.
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