Patriots rookie linebacker Gabe Jacas is finally on the practice field after missing spring workouts and the start of training camp because of contract negotiations and a knee procedure.
Jacas, a second-round draft pick, arrived at training camp Saturday after becoming the last unsigned second-round selection in the NFL. He and the Patriots have since reached a contract agreement, allowing him to begin catching up with his teammates.
"Yeah first and foremost, I just want to say how grateful I am to be here. That was a long journey, but I'm just glad to be here, be part of this organization and it's a blessing to be at practice and running around."
Jacas said he's focused on moving forward after the contract process.
"All that stuff is behind me and whatever happened in the past is the past and just trying to look forward and focus on the future."

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