Patriots Rookie Absent Since May Amid Contract Issue: Report
Summary
New England Patriots rookie linebacker Gabe Jacas missed the team's mandatory minicamp because his contract is not signed. Jacas, who had knee surgery, has not been with the team since May and is expected to start training camp behind other linebackers.Key Facts
- Gabe Jacas is a second-round draft pick for the New England Patriots.
- He did not participate in the mandatory minicamp due to an unsigned contract.
- The Patriots have not given him a standard participation agreement yet.
- Jacas had knee surgery after suffering a hamstring injury before the draft.
- The team may be seeking contract terms that protect them financially because of his surgery.
- Jacas was a leading defensive player at Illinois before joining the NFL.
- Patriots coaches expect him to start training camp behind other players but plan to prepare him for the season.
- Jacas is not expected to start in the first game but is needed to contribute during the season.
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