Patriots work out punter Jamie Gillan before preseason finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 9:27 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

The New England Patriots worked out veteran punter Jamie Gillan on August 27 ahead of their preseason finale against an undisclosed opponent. Gillan, who has averaged 45.2 yards per punt in his NFL career, entered the league undrafted in 2019 and has played for teams including the Cleveland Browns and New York Giants. The move comes after incumbent punter Bryce Baringer suffered an injury during preseason, leading the Patriots to sign free agent Matt Haack for punting duties. The preseason game is set to kick off at 8 p.m. ET, with the NFL's 53-man roster deadline approaching on August 30.
- •Jamie Gillan averaged 45.2 yards per punt during his career.
- •Gillan has played for the Browns and Giants.
- •Bryce Baringer is out with an injury.
- •Patriots signed Matt Haack for punting duties.
- •Preseason finale kicks off at 8 p.m. ET.
- 9:27 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots work out veteran punter ahead of preseason finale
"Jamie Gillan has averaged 45.2 yards per punt in his NFL career.
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