Patriots Decline Tender for Linebacker Jack Gibbens

The New England Patriots have declined to tender linebacker Jack Gibbens, making him an unrestricted free agent. Gibbens played 21 games in 2025 with 10 starts, ranking 11th on the team in defensive snaps and fourth in total tackles. A core special teams contributor, he recorded 357 snaps and 10 tackles in the kicking game. While currently on the open market, the Patriots may still consider retaining him under a more financially flexible contract.