originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston
Thursday appeared to mark a positive development in Matthew Judon's ongoing contract dispute with the New England Patriots.
The star outside linebacker returned to the practice field after his absence on Wednesday, which was preceded by his animated exchange with Patriots brass on Tuesday. Could his participation in practice indicate the two sides are nearing an agreement?
Our Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry were at Gillette Stadium for Thursday's session and shared their reactions to Judon's return.