Jahlani Tavai - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Former Patriots LB Jahlani Tavai given a second chance with AFC rival Linebacker Jahlani Tavai was one of the unsung heroes of the last half-decade of New England Patriots football. The veteran started in 51 ga...

AUGUST 7 • MUSKETFIRE.COM

3 Observations on the Jaguars Signing Jahlani Tavai We break down why the Jacksonville Jaguars opted to add Jahlani Tavai to the linebacker room during the second week of training camp.

AUGUST 7 • SI.COM

Inks deal with Jacksonville Tavai and the Jaguars agreed on a contract Thursday.

Impact Tavai will join Jacksonville at training camp after spending the last five months as a free agent following his release from the Patriots in March with a failed physical. The linebacker appears to have moved past his undisclosed injury, and he will now look to compete for a spot on the Jaguars' 53-man roster in 2026. Tavai recorded 42 total tackles (21 solo) and a forced fumble while splitting his time between the defense and special-teams unit over 12 regular-season contests with New England in 2025.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Works out with Texans Houston worked out Tavai (undisclosed) on Friday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact New England cut Tavai with a failed physical designation back in March, but he appears to be back in shape after the start of training camp. The Texans may be looking for more depth at linebacker after Jake Hansen was carted off the practice field with a lower body injury Thursday.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 22 • MUSKETFIRE.COM

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APRIL 24 • Associated Press

Patriots enter draft needing edge rushers as possible pursuit of A.J. Brown remains in spotlight

The New England Patriots were the surprise of the 2025 season, riding the consistency of quarterback Drake Maye and a stingy defense to a 14-3 record in the regular season and a ru...

APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Out in New England Tavai (undisclosed) was released by the Patriots with a failed physical designation Wednesday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Impact The veteran linebacker from Hawaii appeared in 12 regular-season games for the Patriots last season, recording 42 total tackles and one forced fumble across 445 total snaps (230 on defense, 215 on special teams). Once Tavai proves he's returned to full health, he's expected to find work with a team in need of inside linebacker depth for the 2026 season.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Report: Patriots releasing veteran LB Jahlani Tavai Deadspin | Report: Patriots releasing veteran LB Jahlani Tavai

MARCH 9 • DEADSPIN.COM

Patriots abruptly ending Jahlani Tavai era could hint at bigger free agency splash Moving on from a respected longtime employee is never easy, nor is it personal, though that doesn't make things any easier. However, sometim...

MARCH 9 • MUSKETFIRE.COM

Jahlani Tavai injury update: Latest news on Patriots LB's status in Super Bowl | Sporting News New England Patriots linebacker Jahlani Tavai is dealing with an injury in the first half of the Super Bowl LX matchup against the Seattle S...

FEBRUARY 9 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Jahlani Tavai 'thankful' for Patriots teammates, staff after receiving 2025 Ed Block Courage Award New England Patriots linebacker Jahlani Tavai has been selected as the recipient of the team’s 2025 Ed Block Courage Award. The honor is bes...

JANUARY 16 • PATRIOTS.COM

Patriots Linebacker Wins Major Award Amid Emotional Season New England Patriots linebacker Jahlani Tavai was announced as the team's winner of the Ed Block Courage Award on Friday.

JANUARY 16 • NESN.COM

Patriots Name Linebacker Jahlani Tavai Recipient of Team's 2025 Ed Block Courage Award Patriots linebacker Jahlani Tavai has been selected as the recipient of the team’s 2025 Ed Block Courage Award. The honor is bestowed annual...

JANUARY 16 • PATRIOTS.COM

Jahlani Tavai Explains the Team's Transformation, Playing Linebacker and More | Patriots Unfiltered on TV Alex Francisco sits down with Patriots linebacker Jahlani Tavai to explain how the team has transformed since Mike Vrabel took over, why he...

JANUARY 1 • PATRIOTS.COM

Jahlani Tavai's Wife Reveals Tragic Reason For Star LB's Week 12 Absence The last time we saw the New England Patriots in action, they picked up a 33-15 victory over the New York Giants on Monday Night Football in...

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • NESN.COM

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If there’s an unsung reason the New England Patriots have entered their bye week with the NFL’s best record following back-to-back 4-13 seasons, it may be as simple as them enjoyin...

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Patriots' Jahlani Tavai thanked teammates for support in postgame locker room moment Patriots' linebacker Jahlani Tavai thanked his teammates for their support in a postgame locker room moment.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • BOSTON.COM

Inside the Patriots Locker Room After New England's 33-15 Win | Postgame Celebration Go inside the Patriots locker room after New England's 33-15 win over the New York Giants. Watch head coach Mike Vrabel's postgame speech to...

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • PATRIOTS.COM

Ready for Monday Tavai (personal) has no injury designation ahead of Monday night's matchup against the Giants.

Impact The Hawaii product practiced in full Friday and is ready to return after missing the Patriots' Week 12 win over the Bengals due to a personal issue. Expect Tavai to operate as one of New England's reserve inside linebackers during Monday night's contest.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jahlani Tavai, out for personal reasons, gets FaceTime call from Patriots after win Jahlani Tavai missed Sunday's game due to personal reasons. His teammates FaceTimed him after the win against Cincinnati.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • BOSTON.COM

Unavailable for Week 12 Tavai (personal) won't play Sunday against the Bengals, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

Impact Tavai's next chance to play will come Dec. 1 against the Giants. The rotational linebacker has 19 tackles (10 solo) in seven appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Patriots Veteran To Miss Bengals Matchup For Personal Reasons New England Patriots linebacker Jahlani Tavai will miss Sunday's matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • NESN.COM

Linebacker Delivers Vicious Quote On Patriots' Historic Defense New England Patriots linebacker Jahlani Tavai explained to the Boston Globe's Christopher Price how the team's rush defense has been so good...

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • NESN.COM

Cleared to make 2025 debut Tavai (calf) is active for Sunday's game against the Bills.

Impact Tavai was activated from injured reserve Saturday, and the 2019 second-rounder has been cleared to make his 2025 debut in Sunday's AFC East tilt. Tavai tallied 100-plus tackles in each of the last two seasons but will likely work in a rotational role at linebacker with Robert Spillane, Christian Elliss and Jahlani Tavai.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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