The New England Patriots enter mandatory minicamp with several notable storylines impacting their roster. Tight end Julian Hill has already been ruled out for the 2026 season after suffering a significant knee injury during offseason workouts, while rookie edge rusher Gabe Jacas remains away from the team as contract and medical questions linger. Veteran offensive tackle Morgan Moses is also working through an injury suffered during OTAs, though the Patriots remain hopeful he will be ready for training camp.

Julian Hill - Knee

Hill suffered a season-ending knee injury during a voluntary OTA practice and was subsequently placed on injured reserve. The tight end, who was expected to play a key role after joining the Patriots in free agency this offseason, will miss mandatory minicamp and the entire 2026 season. Head coach Mike Vrabel called the injury "devastating," particularly given Hill's projected role behind Hunter Henry on the depth chart.

Harold Landry - Knee

Landry's workload during the offseason program was limited as part of a knee management plan after he played through issues during the 2025 season. While he was absent from portions of the on-field work, he remained heavily involved in meetings and continued to provide leadership for the defense.

The team does not appear concerned about his long-term status, and the expectation is that Landry will be fully ready for training camp. His reduced spring workload appears to be precautionary rather than indicative of a significant setback.

Gabe Jacas - Unsigned

Jacas was absent from Patriots mandatory minicamp as he remains unsigned following the 2026 NFL Draft. Head coach Mike Vrabel indicated that the rookie edge rusher underwent a medical procedure earlier this offseason but declined to provide further details. Until a contract is finalized and his medical situation is fully resolved, Jacas is expected to remain away from team activities. His timeline for joining the Patriots remains unclear.

Morgan Moses - Load Management

Moses continues to manage lingering knee issues that he played through during the 2025 season. The veteran tackle was held out of mandatory minicamp and had a limited workload throughout spring practices as part of a veteran management plan. He was also seen leaving some sessions with trainers, though there have been no indications of a new injury or setback. The expectation is that Moses will be ready for training camp.