Patriots Decline to Tender Linebacker Jack Gibbens

The New England Patriots have declined to tender linebacker Jack Gibbens as a restricted free agent, making him an unrestricted free agent. The 27-year-old appeared in all 17 games for the Patriots in 2025, recording 81 tackles, one sack, one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery. Originally an undrafted free agent in 2022, Gibbens made eight starts for New England last season and is now free to sign with any team.