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Patriots Rookie Kibble Lands on IR, Season Over
25 Jul
Summary
- Patriots rookie wide receiver Jimmy Kibble placed on injured reserve.
- Kibble faced a steep challenge in the Patriots' deep receiver group.
- He recorded 63 catches for 1,002 yards in his final college season.
New England Patriots rookie wide receiver Jimmy Kibble has been placed on injured reserve. The team announced this transaction on Friday, July 25, 2026, placing an immediate end to Kibble's initial push for an NFL roster spot. Kibble signed with the Patriots on May 8, 2026, as one of 12 undrafted free agents. He faced significant competition within one of the franchise's deepest receiver groups in recent years.
Kibble's collegiate career at Georgetown saw him achieve notable success, particularly in his senior season in 2025. He recorded 63 receptions for 1,002 yards and four touchdowns, earning first-team all-conference honors. Across 39 appearances, he accumulated 149 catches for 2,642 yards and 16 touchdowns. Despite this production, his contract reportedly had no guaranteed money, making his performance in training camp and preseason crucial.
