The Next Pats Podcast - A Patriots Podcast

In this episode, we get to know the Patriots' newest LB, the 55th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, Gabe Jacas. Phil Perry talks with Illinois HC Bret Bielema about Jacas’ “desire to be great,” then catches up with former Patriot James White—who spent time coaching at Illinois—about why Mike Vrabel and the Patriots will love Jacas' fit in this defense.

00:00 Getting to know Patriots LB Gabe Jacas

03:00 Illinois HC Bret Bielema on Jacas’ “desire to be great”

07:00 James White calls Jacas an “old school, rare breed of football player”

10:30 Which former Patriots LB does Gabe compare to?

17:00 Could the Patriots be following the Seahawks defensive blueprint?

 

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Is Eli Raridon the most fascinating draft pick by the Patriots this year? Phil Perry talks with Notre Dame OC/TE Coach Mike Denbrock to get a detailed scouting report on the 95th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Later, he discusses how the Patriots could use Raridon and possibly use the Rams’ 13-personnel blueprint. 

00:00 Is Eli Raridon the most fascinating draft pick?

03:15 Notre Dame’s Mike Denbrock on Raridon’s upside

04:00 Why a great TE is a rookie QB's best friend

08:00 NFL player comparisons for Raridon

11:00 How Raridon fits the Patriots’ offensive scheme

13:00 Could the Patriots use the Rams' 13-personnel blueprint?

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Tom Curran, Phil Perry, and Albert Breer react to the Patriots’ moves on Day 2 of the NFL Draft, including the decision to trade up for Gabe Jacas, selecting tight end Eli Raridon in the third round and what Day 3 could look like without Mike Vrabel.

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Phil Perry, Tom Curran, Albert Breer, and Tom Giles react to the Patriots trading up to draft OT Caleb Lomu out of Utah. They break down what they like about the move, what Lomu brings to the team and what it could mean for Will Campbell’s future. Plus, they cover the latest on Mike Vrabel and what the next two days could hold for New England.

00:00 Reaction to drafting Caleb Lomu

08:00 The latest with Mike Vrabel

12:15 Eagles clearly moving on from AJ Brown?

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Albert Breer joins Phil Perry to break down their final predictions for what the New England Patriots could do in the NFL Draft. They discuss the possibility of the Patriots trading out of the first round, which offensive tackles could be available early and some off-the-radar options. Plus, Phil talks about Mike Vrabel addressing the Dianna Russini photos. 

0:00 - Discussing Mike Vrabel’s comments on Dianna Russini photos 

9:00 - What are the odds the Patriots don’t pick on Day 1 of the draft? 

13:00 - Which tackle is most likely to be available for the Patriots? 

20:00 - Does this edge rusher fit what New England is 

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