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Patriots Second-Round OLB Gabe Jacas Did Not Report To Training Camp

Patriots’ second-round OLB Gabe Jacas remains the team’s only unsigned pick from the 2026 NFL Draft and did not report to the team’s training camp on Friday.

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Patriots' Hunter Henry Carrying 'Motivated' Mindset Into Contract Year

FOXBORO --- Hunter Henry has put together a really productive career with the New England Patriots since signing with them in 2021. He's become one of the best tight ends in franchise history, certainly the best of the decade, and has been a captain year after year.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 24

Patriots' Vrabel addresses repeated Gonzalez narrative, gives training camp update

Patriots HC Mike Vrabel addresses repeated Christian Gonzalez narrative, gives training camp update

The perception exists that Gonzalez and Devon Witherspoon of the Seattle Seahawks are waiting for the other to reset the market for players at the position amid ongoing contract negotiations.

Patriots HC Mike Vrabel shares update on Gabe Jacas drama

DeAndre Hopkins makes surprising Patriots decision amid free agency

Patriots' drama with Gabe Jacas has officially reached crisis status

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How many of the players to lead the NFL in yards-per-reception since 2000 can you name in five minutes?

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New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / July 24

Patriots HC Mike Vrabel shares update on Gabe Jacas drama

While speaking with reporters, Vrabel said he was "cautiously optimistic" about the Jacas situation.

Patriots' drama with Gabe Jacas has officially reached crisis status

DeAndre Hopkins makes surprising Patriots decision amid free agency

A.J. Brown quickly learned this about Patriots' Drake Maye

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 24

DeAndre Hopkins makes surprising Patriots decision amid free agency

It appears Hopkins may not be catching passes thrown by quarterback Drake Maye in September.

Patriots' drama with Gabe Jacas has officially reached crisis status

A.J. Brown quickly learned this about Patriots' Drake Maye

A.J. Brown makes promise to Patriots regarding first season

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Christian Gonzalez News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 24

Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez Expected To Participate In Training Camp Amidst Contract Negotiations

Patriots and CB Christian Gonzalez have been in negotiations for a new contract this offseason. When speaking to reporters on Friday, HC Mike Vrabel said

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / July 24

Breaking Down the Patriots WR Room: What Could It Look Like Week 1?

Perhaps no offseason move shook up Boston sports more than the Brown trade with Philadelphia. Referring, of course, to the New England Patriots' acquisition of star receiver A.J.

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

New England Patriots News / Stadium Rant / July 24

2026 AFC East Predictions: Will The New England Patriots Go Back-To-Back?

It’s time for some 2026 AFC East Predictions. Last year, the New England Patriots topped the division at 14-3. Will they repeat in 2026? The Miami Dolphins are set to be fourth on my AFC East predictions.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / July 24

Patriots Training Camp Schedule: Dates, Locations, Preseason Games And Everything You Need to Know

It's been a long spring, right New England Patriots fans? After a successful 2025 season where the once-basement dwelling Patriots ran their way all the way to Super Bowl LX, the energy surrounding football is back in New England.

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The 'Most 100-receiving-yard NFL games' quiz

How many of the NFL players to record at least 100 receiving yards in at least 30 games can you name in seven minutes?

Jimmy Garoppolo News / Athlon Sports / July 23

Is It Time to Bring Back Jimmy Garoppolo to the New England Patriots?

Sacked 47 times in the regular season and 21 more times in the playoffs last year, Drake Maye took an absolute pounding. The New England Patriots tempted fate with Josh Dobbs in the reserve role in 2025, but are they willing to take the same chance this season?

Brock Lampe News / New England Patriots on SI / July 23

Patriots Releasing Young Fullback Shows Just How Cruel NFL Can Be

The NFL can be a tough place, and the New England Patriots dealt fullback Brock Lampe another tough hand. The Patriots announced that they released Lampe from the active roster just a few days away from the start of training camp.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 23

Tyreek Hill’s injury update changes everything for two star receivers

The 32-year-old Hill shared footage from his first sprinting session since dislocating his knee and tearing his ACL last season.

Tyreek Hill shares alarming injury update amid free-agency rumors

Two-minute drill: Aaron Donald rumors, contract extensions, training camp kicks into full gear

Patriots' drama with Gabe Jacas has officially reached crisis status

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New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / July 23

Former Super Bowl MVP is one of four pass rushers that can help the Patriots navigate a depleted EDGE group before training camp

The Patriots need help, at EDGE, regardless of how good they feel about the current group of players on the roster. There are four veterans that, while not ideal, make sense as the team awaits Harold Landry III’s return.

Gabe Jacas News / Yardbarker / July 24

Patriots' drama with Gabe Jacas has officially reached crisis status

The rookie out of Illinois hasn't signed his contract or even pulled up to the facility.

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New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 22

Why Patriots have best young core in NFL according to ESPN

The future is bright in Foxborough. After several seasons spent rebuilding following the Tom Brady era, the New England Patriots have assembled what ESPN believes is the best collection of young talent in the NFL.

Harold Landry News / Pro Football Rumors / July 22

Patriots Place Harold Landry On PUP List

Harold Landry will need some extra time before he hits the practice field. According to ESPN’s Mike Reiss, the Patriots have placed the veteran linebacker on the active/physically unable to perform list.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / July 21