The Patriots traded up Friday night to select Illinois edge defender Gabe Jacas in the second round of the NFL Draft.

Former Illini edge rusher Gabe Jacas was drafted by the New England Patriots with the 55th overall pick in the 2nd round of ...

The New England Patriots traded up Friday night to select Illinois edge defender Gabe Jacas in the second round of the NFL ...

For the second-straight day, the New England Patriots trade up for a player in the trenches.

Fort Pierce Central's Gabe Jacas, a former Illinois standout, was drafted into the NFL, marking the fourth Treasure Coast ...

Patriots rookie edge rusher Gabe Jacas is looking to model his game after four-time Pro Bowler Matthew Judon.

The Patriots selected Jacas in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft, 55th overall.

The Patriots maneuvered up the board again on Friday, trading up to select Illinois edge defender Gabe Jacas 55th overall.

The New England Patriots have added some much needed power and prowess to its defensive pass rush via the 2026 NFL Draft.

The New England Patriots have made their second pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting Illinois pass rusher Gabe Jacas.

The New England Patriots selected playmaker Gabe Jacas with the 55th overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft on Friday.

The New England Patriots needed an edge defender, and they traded up to get one.