​Things are still up in the air regarding the status of New England Patriots edge rusher Gabe Jacas’ unsigned rookie deal.However, an important date looms in the process, as noted by ESPN’s Mike Reiss.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementPatriots rookies are slated to report for training camp on July 22, which could provide the next hint of Jacas’ status with the team. It could be an opportunity for the two sides to finally put pen to paper and get the former Illinois standout on the football field.Jacas has yet to practice with the Patriots since being drafted. That means he will have plenty of catching up to do after missing all of the team’s spring workouts.Reiss wrote:”Patriots rookies are scheduled to report July 22, which is the next official checkpoint for the team to sign second-round pick Gabe Jacas to a contract.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementJacas remains the NFL’s only second-round pick yet to sign after undergoing a knee procedure, according to a source familiar with his recovery, and spending most of the spring away from the team.”Jacas has posted multiple videos of his workouts away from the team on social media. He has made it clear that he is staying in top shape ahead of training camp.The team could use a boost on the edge, and he could be the player best positioned to help them fill that role.Follow Patriots Wire on Twitter and Facebook.This article originally appeared on Patriots Wire: Here’s next important date for Patriots unsigned rookie Gabe Jacas