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Patriots Reportedly Studying T.J. Watt Return Amid Matthew Judon Recovery

Patriots end rusher Matthew Judon suffered a potential season-ending injury during New England’s historic loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, but he and the franchise aren’t giving up hope that he can return later this season.

According to ESPN’s Dan Graziano, the Patriots are studying Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt’s return from a torn pectoral muscle last season.

The 2021 Defensive Player of the Year, entered the 2022 season ready to repeat the honors opening his season with six tackles, a sack and an interception against the Cincinnati Bengals.