The Patriots and second-round linebacker Gabe Jacas have agreed to terms, ending a brief delay as training camp got underway. Jacas had not reported with his teammates on Friday, but the situation was resolved quickly.
According to the available details, Jacas' agreement is a four-year contract worth $8.6 million. That gives New England a deal in place with the rookie linebacker after what appeared to be a short holdout.
Jacas' absence drew attention because it came at the start of camp, when teams want draft picks on the field as early as possible. With terms now settled, the focus shifts from contract talks to getting him into the Patriots' offseason and training camp work.
For New England, the agreement removes an early distraction and allows the club to move forward with one of its recent draft additions. For Jacas, it means he can now begin his first NFL camp under contract.
