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Trade details: What did it cost Patriots to move up for Gabe Jacas?
TL;DR
The New England Patriots traded up to the 55th pick to select edge rusher Gabe Jacas, giving up the 63rd, 131st, and 202nd overall picks to the Los Angeles Chargers. Jacas, a 6-foot-4, 261-pound player from Illinois, is known for his aggressive play and strong college performance.
Key points
- Patriots traded up to 55th pick for Gabe Jacas
- Gave up 63rd, 131st, and 202nd overall picks
- Jacas recorded 27 sacks and 7 forced fumbles in college
- He has a wrestling background contributing to his play style
- Comparison made to Matthew Judon by NFL.com
Gabe JacasMatthew JudonNew England PatriotsLos Angeles Chargers
For the second night in a row, the New England Patriots have traded up. Throughout the second round, there was a heavy run on edge players, so Eliot Wolf and Mike Vrabel didn't want to take any chance on missing out on one.
In exchange for the 55th overall pick, the New England Patriots send the Los Angeles Chargers the 63rd, 131st, and 202nd overall picks. And with that, they selected Illinois edge Gabe Jacas.
Having four fourth-round picks has given the Patriots the flexibility to make this move, so now they receive a 6-foot-4, 261-pound boost on defense. Edge was one of the team's biggest needs, and they addressed that, with Jacas finishing his college career with seven forced fumbles and 27 sacks, specifically recording 11 sacks last season alone.
He has a wrestling background, bringing aggressiveness and physicality, with NFL.com listing his comparison as former New England linebacker Matthew Judon. During the pre-draft process Jacas visited Gillette Stadium.
He joins Harold Landry, Dre’Mont Jones, Elijah Ponder, Bradyn Swinson, and on the depth chart.
Q&A
What did the Patriots give up to draft Gabe Jacas?
The Patriots traded the 63rd, 131st, and 202nd overall picks to the Chargers for the 55th pick to select Gabe Jacas.
Who is Gabe Jacas and what are his college stats?
Gabe Jacas is a 6-foot-4, 261-pound edge rusher from Illinois, finishing his college career with 27 sacks and seven forced fumbles, including 11 sacks last season.
How does Gabe Jacas compare to other players?
NFL.com compares Gabe Jacas to former Patriots linebacker Matthew Judon, highlighting his wrestling background and physicality on the field.
