New England Patriots rookies and veterans will report to training camp as the first practice begins on July 23 at 10:30 a.m. ET. Robert Spillane leads the linebacker position after signing a substantial contract, taking over for Ja'Whaun Bentley. Jahlani Tavai is projected to start alongside Spillane, but is currently sidelined due to a calf injury. Christian Elliss has seen increased playing time, and Jack Gibbens has been added to the roster. The question of who will play next to Spillane remains open, contingent on Tavai's health.
Robert Spillane is set to take over for Ja'Whaun Bentley in the middle of New England's defense, likely wearing the green dot as a leader.
Jahlani Tavai opened the spring as an early-down starter next to Spillane, but suffered a calf injury that sidelined him for minicamp.
New England has retained Christian Elliss and signed Jack Gibbens, while Marte Mapu primarily worked with the linebackers when healthy.
The key question remains who will play next to Spillane, with Tavai potentially returning as a main option once healthy.
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