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Bedard's Breakdown: Patriots' top two rookies, Lomu and Jacas, struggle in debut

By Greg A. Bedardat BSJ Headquarters

August 14, 2026

Let's just say the Patriots' top two draft picks, tackle Caleb Lomu and edge Gabe Jacas, didn't light the world on fire in their preseason debuts against the Colts. But it was far from a disaster for both of them, as you'll see in the film analysis below.Read More

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