Patriots second-round pick Gabe Jacas absent from minicamp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 4:59 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Gabe Jacas, a second-round pick for the New England Patriots in the 2026 draft, is not participating in the team's mandatory minicamp this week. Head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed Jacas is not signed, and while other unsigned draft picks have participated after signing injury protection waivers, Jacas's absence is notable. Vrabel mentioned that Jacas underwent a medical procedure during the offseason but did not elaborate on the specifics. Jacas recorded 11 sacks and 13.5 tackles for loss in his final season at Illinois.
- •Gabe Jacas is not signed and absent from Patriots minicamp.
- •Head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed Jacas had a medical procedure this offseason.
- •Other unsigned draft picks participated after injury waivers.
- •Jacas had a strong final season at Illinois, recording 11 sacks.
- 4:59 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots second-rounder Gabe Jacas is not signed and not at minicamp
"The Patriots are holding their mandatory minicamp this week, but one of their top picks from the 2026 draft is not taking part.
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