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Report: ‘There is a good chance’ Patriots’ linebacker Matthew Judon could return in December

The Patriots reportedly have high hopes that their highest-paid defensive player could return to play before the end of this year.

According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Matthew Judon, who suffered a torn lower bicep tendon last week, could be back on the field in about two months. Rapoport added that the timetable could be based on how well the 31-year-old’s elected surgery on Oct. 4 went. He said December is a “realistic goal” for Judon’s return.

Judon suffered the injury against the Dallas Cowboys in Texas on Oct. 1.

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported on Oct.