Rookie linebacker Gabe Jacas, a second-round Patriots pick, is on the verge of returning after missing spring practices and minicamp due to a knee procedure and contract dispute. Though sidelined on the non-football injury list, Jacas is eager to get back on the field, as coach Mike Vrabel noted he’s frustrated being with the trainers. With the Patriots’ edge rusher depth thin—especially with veteran Harold Landry also sidelined—Jacas could make an immediate impact. He racked up over 26 sacks in his final two college seasons and could be the boost the defense needs after a lackluster sack campaign last year.

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