NFL Rumors: Patriots Making ‘Major Push’ to Sign Matt Judon

New England reportedly is 'close' to a deal with star pass-rusher

After reportedly landing Jonnu Smith and Davon Godchaux, the Patriots reportedly are looking to spend more money.

New England is aggressively pursuing veteran pass-rusher Matt Judon, NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo reported Monday afternoon. Rapoport added that Judon’s contract, should he land with the Patriots, could pay him roughly $13 million in annual salary.

“We’re talking north of $10 million, perhaps north of $13 million,” he said.

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NFL reporter Josina Anderson added the following:

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“Source tells me New England feels ‘close’ on landing Ravens pass-rusher Matt Judon.”

Judon, 28, was drafted 146th overall by the Baltimore Ravens in the 2016 NFL Draft.

The Grand Valley State product has racked up 34.5 sacks over the course of his five-year career.

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Plymouth State/Boston University product from Wolfeboro, NH, who now is based in Rhode Island. Have worked at NESN since 2016, covering the Patriots since 2021. Might chat your ear off about Disney World, Halo 2, and Lord of the Rings.