Patriots rookie Gabe Jacas clears knee issue, joins training camp practices
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 6:43 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Gabe Jacas is participating in Patriots training camp after being activated from the non-football injury list on August 1. The rookie edge rusher missed the first six workouts of training camp while negotiating a four-year contract, which includes an injury waiver for his left knee. Jacas expressed satisfaction with his current health status, stating he is '100%' and ready to contribute. He missed valuable practice time due to a knee cleanup procedure and hamstring issue during the draft process but has been working closely with coaching staff to catch up. The Patriots are focused on integrating him into their defensive strategies.
- •Jacas activated from non-football injury list on August 1.
- •Signed four-year contract with injury waiver for left knee.
- •Attended rookie minicamp but did not participate.
- •Working closely with coaches to regain lost practice time.
- •A.J. Brown dislocated his thumb but completed practice.
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"Gabe Jacas wants to get to work and put everything else about his delayed journey to Patriots training camp in the past. “It was a long journey, but I’m just happy to be here,” Jacas said. The Patriots identified Jacas as someone who could improve their pass rush when they selected the former Illinois edge rusher in the second round, No. 55 overall in April’s NFL draft.
"Patriots second-round pick Gabe Jacas was the final member of the 2025 draft class to sign an NFL contract, but the linebacker wasn't interested in discussing the reason why it took until camp was underway for that deal to get done.
"Patriots second-round pick Gabe Jacas promised to give New England his best effort every game and do whatever the team needs to win.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 7:36 PMPatriots rookie Gabe Jacas: What happened in the past doesn't matter, I'm 100 percent now
Patriots second-round pick Gabe Jacas was the final member of the 2025 draft class to sign an NFL contract, but the linebacker wasn't interested in discussing the reason why it took until camp was underway for that deal to get done.
- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 7:35 PMPatriots Rookie Gabe Jacas Makes Determined Promise to Fans: 'You're Going To Get The Best Out Of Me'
Patriots second-round pick Gabe Jacas promised to give New England his best effort every game and do whatever the team needs to win.
- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 6:56 PMPatriots' Gabe Jacas reacts to contract struggles, injury questions
Gabe Jacas spoke with reporters on Tuesday, marking the first time since he was drafted by the Patriots in April.
- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 6:43 PMPatriots rookie Gabe Jacas says 'I'm 100%' after knee issue delayed deal on initial contract
Gabe Jacas wants to get to work and put everything else about his delayed journey to Patriots training camp in the past. “It was a long journey, but I’m just happy to be here,” Jacas said. The Patriots identified Jacas as someone who could improve their pass rush when they selected the former Illinois edge rusher in the second round, No. 55 overall in April’s NFL draft.
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