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Miami Herald
an hour ago
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- Miami Herald
Reports: Edge rusher Matthew Judon to sign with Dolphins
The Miami Dolphins are signing veteran edge rusher Matthew Judon to a one-year contract, according to multiple reports on Monday evening. The deal is with the four-time Pro Bowler is valued at up to $6 million, per the reports. Judon, 33, spent last season with the Atlanta Falcons and recorded 5.5 sacks in 17 games, his lowest total while playing a full season since his rookie campaign of 2016. A 2016 fifth-round draft pick by the Baltimore Ravens out of NCAA Division II Grand Valley (Mich.) State, Judon earned a starting role and amassed 34.5 sacks in five seasons. He signed a four-year, $56 million contract with New England and produced tremendous seasons in 2021 and 2022, totaling 28 sacks. Judon suffered a torn biceps in the fourth week of the 2023 season and was traded to Atlanta for a 2025 third-round pick in August 2024. Judon earned Pro Bowl honors in four consecutive seasons (2019-22). The Dolphins have struggled to keep their pass rushes health over the past two seasons. Jaelen Phillips tore his Achilles in 2023 and suffered a partial tear of his ACL last season. Bradley Chubb, a two-time Pro Bowler (Broncos in 2020, Dolphins in 2022), missed all of last season while recovering from a torn ACL. Chop Robinson, a 2024 first-round draft pick, suffered a rib injury last week during a joint practice with the Lions. He has since returned to practice. --Field Level Media Field Level Media 2025 - All Rights Reserved
USA Today
2 hours ago
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- USA Today
Former Patriots LB Matt Judon expected to sign with AFC East rival
Former New England Patriots edge rusher Matthew Judon is expected to sign a one-year with the Miami Dolphins, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Judon was traded by the Patriots to the Atlanta Falcons last summer in exchange for the 77th overall pick in 2025 NFL draft. The veteran played in 17 games for the Falcons and racked up 5.5 sacks, five pass deflections and one interception in 15 starts on the year. Judon is a former four-time Pro Bowler who had two big years in New England. He recorded 12.5 sacks in 2021 and a career-high 15.5 sacks in 2022. A fan recently commented that the Patriots should bring Judon back, and the NFL star reposted the comment on his Instagram. That signals there are no hard feelings between the Patriots and Judon. However, he will be on the enemy sidelines when New England goes head-to-head with the Dolphins this season. Follow Patriots Wire on Twitter and Facebook.
Newsweek
5 hours ago
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- Newsweek
Dolphins Adding 4-Time Pro Bowl Linebacker To Bolster Defense
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Miami Dolphins hosted a workout for former division rival Matthew Judon as they explored additions to their pass rush, according to Jordan Schultz. The Dolphins' pass rush includes two injury returns this season, Jalean Phillips and Bradley Chubb, and the team is looking to bolster the core to ensure healthy seasons all around their defensive front. ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 05: Matthew Judon #15 of the Atlanta Falcons rushes the passer during an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 5, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 05: Matthew Judon #15 of the Atlanta Falcons rushes the passer during an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 5, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. Photo byJudon, a former division rival of the Dolphins as a member of the New England Patriots, spent last season with the Atlanta Falcons. During his career, Judon has accumulated 72 sacks, including 5 1/2 last season. Schultz reported that both the Dolphins and Judon were motivated to come to an agreement, and not long after that report, Schultz followed up to say that an agreement was in place. Judon is a four-time Pro Bowler and received votes in 2022 for the Defensive Player of the Year award, when he recorded 15 1/2 sacks during his final year with the Patriots. Judon is entering his age-33 season, and while his numbers dropped off, he would not be expected to be the defensive statistical leader this season with the Dolphins' deep group of pass rushers. Adding Judon to the core group of Chubb, Phillips, and Chop Robinson would allow the Dolphins to heavily rotate their defensive front, allowing for fresh legs in the fourth quarter during tight games. Judon would add to the veteran presence of Willie Gay Jr. and Chubb, pushing the Dolphins' defense toward their goals. This might not be the last move Miami makes ahead of the regular season, as their defensive secondary has been banged up during training camp and the preseason. More NFL: Dolphins Edge Rusher Uses Instagram To Calm Injury Panic
USA Today
6 hours ago
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- USA Today
Dolphins reportedly reach 1-year deal with 4-time Pro Bowl pass rusher
The Miami Dolphins agreed to a one-year deal with pass rusher Matthew Judon worth up to $6 million, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Judon, a four-time Pro Bowler who turned 33 last week, is a curious add for a Dolphins team that is already loaded at edge rusher with Chop Robinson, Jaelan Phillips, and Bradley Chubb headlining the group. On Monday, hours before the deal with Judon was reportedly reached, Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel told reporters that the veteran wasn't brought in to visit as a way to replace an injured player. "No, there's not [an injury]," McDaniel said. "We're visiting for the sake of seeing if there's a situation that both parties would be able to come into an agreement of, 'Hey, this is a situation that fits.' So visiting for visiting purposes, we'll see what it leads to.' Judon spent five seasons with the Baltimore Ravens and three with the New England Patriots, earning a pair of Pro Bowl nods with each team. After a biceps injury ended his 2023 season early, Judon was traded to the Atlanta Falcons and recorded 5.5 sacks with the team in 2024.
USA Today
6 hours ago
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- USA Today
Matthew Judon to sign with Dolphins, per reports
The Miami Dolphins were looking for some reinforcements for their pass rush and that's exactly what they got on Aug. 18. Following a successful visit, Matthew Judon is expected to sign a one-year deal worth up to $6 million with the Dolphins, according to reports. The four-time Pro Bowl pass-rusher is set to join a group that already includes Jaelan Phillips, Bradley Chubb and Chop Robinson. While Chubb missed the 2024 season with a knee injury, Phillips is also coming off a shortened 2024 thanks to a torn ACL. Signing Judon provides some much-needed depth and some insurance for the players just returning from injury. Miami's defense has undergone somewhat of a remodel this offseason, especially after the trading of Jalen Ramsey to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for a reunion with Minkah Fitzpatrick. It was clear that the depth of the Dolphins' defense needed to be addressed, which they attempted to do by drafting Kenneth Grant in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Judon will only help solidify that. The nine-year veteran brings a wealth of experience from his days with the Baltimore Ravens, New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons. The 33-year-old hasn't been the same player since a torn biceps ended his 2023 season prematurely. Prior to that, Judon was coming off back-to-back seasons with at least 12 1/2 sacks to begin his time in New England. Judon was traded to the Falcons ahead of the 2024 season, with the hopes that he could bolster Atlanta's rush. The Falcons instead struggled to generate pressure all season long, finishing with the second-fewest sacks in the league. Now on his fourth team, Judon won't have to worry about being the focal point of the Dolphins' pass rush and instead focus on recapturing the magic.
