What happened: Patriots coach Mike Vrabel spoke about the unsigned second-round pick Gabe Jacas after the team reported for training camp without him at Gillette Stadium. Jacas has not signed his rookie contract as camp opens.

Why it matters: Jacas has gone longer without a deal than any other second-round pick from the 2026 draft class, a gap that follows a medical procedure that sidelined him earlier in the offseason. Every day he stays away costs him reps in the Patriots' outside linebacker rotation before the season opens.

What to watch: Watch for a signing to close the gap before the preseason schedule begins.