Patriots, LB Matthew Judon reportedly not close on new contract

Mike Masala

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After getting an advance last season, New England Patriots edge rusher Matthew Judon is looking for a new contract in 2025.

Judon, 31, is currently in the final year of his deal and is set to make $6.5 million in base salary and $1 million in per-game roster bonuses. With the $7.94 prorated signing bonus for this year, he's set to count as $14.68 million against the cap.

While Judon took the high road about his contract situation earlier in the offseason, he recently took to social media to say that he doesn't believe a new deal is coming.

Now, FOX Sports' Henry McKenna has reported that Judon and the Patriots are negotiating a contract. He also stated that New England has made an offer, but the two sides are "not currently close to agreeing to a new deal."

Judon appeared in just four games last season after suffering a torn biceps. He recorded 13 tackles (five for a loss), nine quarterback hits and four sacks.

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Mike Masala previously served as the Managing Editor of USA TODAY's Dolphins Wire as well as a contributing writer at Patriots Wire. A lifelong New England resident, he is the self-proclaimed captain and lone member of the Laurence Maroney Fan Club. Follow on Twitter/X: @Mike_Masala