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Patriots' Mike Vrabel comments on Gabe Jacas' unsigned contract status

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 7:43 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Patriots' Mike Vrabel comments on Gabe Jacas' unsigned contract status

Summary

The New England Patriots began mandatory minicamp on June 9, 2026, without second-round draft pick Gabe Jacas, who remains unsigned. Coach Mike Vrabel confirmed Jacas's absence from the camp and noted that he recently underwent a procedure. While Vrabel was asked if Jacas's holdout was part of a trend among second-round picks seeking better contract terms, he refrained from attributing his absence to any specific reason, stating only that Jacas is not under contract. Jacas previously dealt with a hamstring injury prior to the draft. His contractual situation is crucial as the Patriots aim to improve their pass rush after a subpar season in 2025.

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Status Watch

•Gabe Jacas remains unsigned as Patriots start mandatory minicamp.
•Mike Vrabel confirms Jacas's absence and recent procedure.
•Vrabel does not link Jacas's absence to contract negotiations.
•Jacas had a prior hamstring injury affecting his pre-draft activities.
•Patriots seek to bolster pass rush after last season's struggles.

Latest Updates

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What they're saying

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The New England Patriots drafted Gabe Jacas in the second round of this year's NFL Draft, but he has yet to sign his contract and was absent from mandatory minicamp.
— Yahoo Sports

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Gabe Jacas has not participated in rookie minicamp, OTAs, or mandatory minicamp since being selected by the New England Patriots in April.
— Yahoo Sports