The New England Patriots are one of the most fresh-faced teams in the National Football League this season with new coach Jerod Mayor taking over for Bill Belichick and Drake Maye getting his crack at the starting QB position.
Matthew Judon is an expected leader of the Pats' 2024 linebacking corps, but he must first navigate a challenging offseason contract negotiation situation. Judon was not seen at the Patriots' practice on Tuesday leading to rampant speculation on what is happening.
The Judon absence occurred as Judon's contract situation details were revealed.