Jacob Rizy
Career Summary
Jacob Rizy is an offensive lineman for the New England Patriots.
He joined New England as a rookie free agent in 2026 after college careers at Harvard and Florida State.
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Early Life
Rizy is from Westport, Connecticut.
Florida State listed Westport as his hometown.
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High School
Rizy attended Staples High School in Westport.
The Patriots described him as a three-year letter winner and captain of both football and wrestling.
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College Career
Rizy played 45 college games with 27 starts across Harvard and Florida State.
He earned first-team All-Ivy League honors at Harvard in 2023 and played all 12 games for Florida State in 2025, helping a top-11 rushing offense.
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Path to the NFL
Rizy signed with New England as a rookie free agent on May 8, 2026.
The Patriots listed the date in his transaction history.
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NFL Career
Rizy began his NFL career with New England in 2026.
The Patriots roster lists him on Reserve/Non-Football Injury, and he appeared in all three preseason games with two starts.
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Career Accomplishments
Rizy was a two-time All-Ivy League selection, including first-team recognition in 2023.
He also earned All-ACC Academic Team recognition in 2025 and graduated from Florida State with a social science degree.
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Playing Style
Rizy brought collegiate experience at multiple offensive-line positions.
The Patriots listed his career positions as left guard, center, right guard and right tackle.
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