Patriots Lose LB Gibbens to Cardinals

On March 23rd, the New England Patriots are losing most of their free agents heading into the 2026 season.

At a 14 players hitting the market, they've only brought back quarterback Tommy DeVito and full-bag Jack Westover so far.

Linebacker Jack Gibbons is one big name on the move.

The 27-year-old signed a two-year deal worth $7,500,000 with the Arizona Cardinals after the Patriots chose.

Not to tender him as a restricted free agent.

That tender would have cost New England at least $3,550,000, which they apparently saw as too steep for his.

Ro. Gibbons joined the Patriots last year after three seasons with the Titans, reuniting with Coach Mike Raeble.

He logged heavy minutes with 604 defensive snaps, ranking 11th on the team, plus 357 special team snaps third.

Most and started 10 of their 21 games.

Now in Arizona, he's eager to build connections and help spark a turnaround there, much like what New England aimed for last season.

Free agency keeps rolling, so expect more changes ahead.

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