The New England Patriots are signing rookie free agent LB Khalil Jacobs to a contract, per his agency.
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— Exclusive Sports Group (@Exclusive_SG) May 1, 2026
He’s the 12th undrafted free agent to reportedly sign with the team. The Patriots have not officially announced their undrafted signings.
Jacobs, 22, started his career at South Alabama before transferring to Missouri for his final two seasons. He was voted a team captain in 2025.
During his four-year college career, Jacobs recorded 121 total tackles, 16 tackles for loss, eight sacks, three forced fumbles, one interception and three pass deflections in 43 games with 11 starts.
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