Matthew Judon Injury News & Updates

Judon (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Browns.

Judon has worked in a rotational role at defensive end through the first six games of the regular season, accumulating six tackles (three solo) over that span. He will be a healthy scratch for Sunday's road game, which gives Kenneth Grant, Matthew Butler and rookie fifth-rounder Jordan Phillips more opportunities for snaps on the Dolphins' defensive line.

The Dolphins are slated to sign Judon to a one-year contract worth up to $6 million, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Judon was brought in for a visit with the Dolphins on Monday, and the meeting between the two sides went well enough for the veteran edge rusher to stick around in Miami. The 2016 fifth-rounder is coming off a disappointing 2024 campaign with the Falcons, when he finished with 41 tackles (25 solo), including 5.5 sacks, and five pass defenses (including a pick-six) across 17 regular-season games. Judon won't be brought in to serve in an every-down role, but he should get some rotational work at edge rusher with starters Bradley Chubb and Chop Robinson.

Judon, who is a free agent, is visiting with the Dolphins on Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Judon spent the 2024 season with the Falcons, appearing in all 17 regular-season games (15 starts), and registered 41 tackles (25 solo), including 5.5 sacks, and five pass breakups, including one interception, which Judon returned 27 yards for a touchdown. Judon has certainly lost a step at 33 years old and can't be relied upon as an every-down edge player at this stage of his career, but he still may have some pass-rush juice left in a sub-package role.

Judon finished the 2024 season with 41 total tackles (25 solo), including 5.5 sacks, while also adding five passes defensed, including an interception, over 17 games.

Judon was traded to the Falcons in August after three seasons with the Patriots, ultimately appearing in all 17 contests with Atlanta. The linebacker was unable to replicate his production from his time in New England though, securing just 5.5 sacks with the Falcons after compiling 32.0 sacks over 38 games with the Patriots. However, Judon did snatch his first career interception in Week 16 versus the Giants, returning it for a touchdown. The 32-year-old will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason and he'll likely have many suitors interested in signing him.

Judon recorded four total tackles (all solo), including 1.0 sacks, in Sunday night's 30-24 overtime loss to the Commanders.

Judon has been a key contributor to Atlanta's defensive success in his first season as a Falcon, recording 39 total tackles, including 5.5 sacks, and one pick-six while appearing in all 16 of the team's regular-season games thus far. However, his sack total has decreased substantially in 2024, compared to the 15.5 and 12.5 sacks tallied in his last two full seasons in the NFL. He'll aim to wreak havoc and disrupt Bryce Young when the Panthers visit Atlanta in Week 18.

Judon recorded two tackles (two solo), with 1.0 sacks, during the Falcons' 42-21 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

Judon recorded one of Atlanta's four sacks of Sam Darnold during Sunday's loss. Judon has struggled so far this season, logging just 3.5 sacks in 13 games which is less than his total from last season, where he had 4.0 across just four games appearances.

Judon (hamstring) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Will McFadden of the team's official site reports.

Judon has been dealing with a hamstring issue off and on and played through the injury in Week 4. After logging a limited session Wednesday, the Grand Valley State product was able to log a full session Thursday, signifying he'll suit up Sunday against the Panthers.

Judon (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Judon appears to have aggravated his hamstring issue during the Falcons' Week 5 win over the Buccaneers. However, the veteran edge rusher was still able to record two total tackles and one pass defended across 31 defensive snaps. Judon is expected to play in Sunday's matchup against the Panthers unless he downgrades to no participation either Thursday or Friday.

Judon (hamstring) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Saints and is expected to play.

Judon was limited in practice early in the week but is good to go for a big divisional tilt. The 32-year-old has logged 15 tackles (eight solo), including 1.5 sacks, and three QB hits in his first three games with the Falcons following his summer acquisition from New England.

Judon (hamstring) was a limited participant during practice Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.

Judon was a full participant Wednesday, so he may have suffered the injury during practice. Although the late addition to the injury report isn't the best news, he'll have a chance to ramp up his activity Friday and still has a couple of days to heal up ahead of Sunday's divisional matchup with the Saints.

Judon finished with six tackles (three solo), including a sack, during Monday's 22-21 win over the Eagles.

After recording 0.5 sacks in the season opener, Judon got his first solo sack in Week 2. The veteran was the only Falcon who got to Jalen Hurts in the backfield during Monday Night Football, which is precisely why Atlanta traded for Judon this offseason. In 2021 and 2022, Judon totaled 28 sacks for the Patriots, and he's currently on pace to reach double-digit sacks for the third time in his career.

Judon registered five tackles (one solo), including 0.5 sacks, during Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Steelers.

Making his Falcons debut, Judon played 46 of Atlanta's 68 defensive snaps. He was quiet for most of the game, but on third-and-13 in the fourth quarter, Judon combined with Grady Jarrett to sack Justin Fields for an eight-yard loss. The Falcons' pass rush has been a major concern for years, and Judon is expected to remedy that. However, he's still learning a new system, so he may not see enough pass-rushing snaps to generate strong IDP value for a few weeks.

The Patriots traded Judon to the Falcons on Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

In the final year of his current contract, Judon was seeking a new deal in the offseason, and the situation lingered into training camp. Now that he's moving to Atlanta, there's a good chance the soon-to-be 32-year-old gets an extension of some type while also serving as the top pass rusher for his new squad. In three seasons in New England, Judon racked up 133 tackles, including 32.0 sacks, in 38 regular-season games.

Judon returned to practice Thursday, Eric Edholm of the Patriots' official site reports.

Judon had a heated exchange with head coach Jerod Mayo on Monday and is also known to be looking for a new contract. However, the two sides appear to have put the dispute in the rearview mirror for now. According to Mayo, the two had a conversation, stating, "I have a great relationship with Matthew, I have a great relationship with the players. But we're moving forward and trying to work it out."

Judon was present but not participating at Monday's full-pads practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

The 31-year-old edge rusher is in search of a new contract, as he's set to make just $6.5 million in 2024. Judon missed the Patriots' final 13 games last season due to a torn biceps, but the Grand Valley State product logged 28.0 total sacks from 2021-2022. He's still one of the best pass rushers in the entire NFL, and the Patriots are at risk of Judon continuing to "hold-in" if the two parties cannot agree on a contract extension soon.

Judon was present but not participating at Monday's full-pads practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

The 31-year-old edge rusher is in search of a new contract, as he's set to make just $6.5 million in 2024. Judon missed the Patriots' final 13 games last season due to a torn biceps, but the Grand Valley State product logged 28.0 total sacks from 2021-2022. He's still one of the best pass rushers in the entire NFL, and the Patriots are at risk of Judon continuing his "hold-in" if the two parties cannot agree on a contract extension soon.

Judon reported to Patriots' training camp Tuesday, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reports.

The Patriots previously offered a contract to Judon, but the two sides still appear to be far apart on a new deal, per Henry McKenna of FoxSports.com. Judon is set to make $6.5 million in the final year of his contract, and he's coming off a 2023 campaign in which he missed the final 13 regular-season games due to a torn biceps. The 2016 fifth-round pick is still one of the most formidable pass rushers in the league, having registered 28.0 sacks across 2021 and 2022. For now, it appears Judon is willing to participate in training camp while negotiating a new deal.

Judon and the Patriots are far apart in contract negotiations, Henry McKenna of FOX Sports reports.

McKenna notes that Judon has asked for a new contract and the Patriots have presented an offer, but the sides "are not currently close to agreeing to a new deal." Judon is approaching the final year of his contract, which will pay him a modest $6.5 million next season. New England may be hesitant to offer the linebacker a hefty deal given that he played in just four games last season due to a torn biceps, though he has more than proven his ability as a pass rusher with 28.0 combined sacks over 2021 and 2022. Per Conor Ryan of Boston.com, Judon doesn't plan to hold out of camp if the sides don't agree to a new deal.

Judon (biceps) was in attendance for the Patriots' mandatory minicamp Monday, Hayden Bird of the Boston Globe reports.

Judon, who suffered a torn bicep tendon this past October -- limiting him to four games last year -- has since recovered from the injury to the point that he's in line to be a full participant in this week's minicamp, per Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston. During his last full campaign, the linebacker racked up 60 tackles and 15.5 sacks in 17 regular-season games in 2022. Now that he's back in action, Judon is set to remain a key pass-rushing presence in New England's defense, a role that lands the 31-year-old back on the IDP radar in 2024.

Judon (biceps) is back to full health and expected to be at the Patriots' manditory minicamp in June, Karen Guregian of masslive.com reports.

Judon tore his biceps early in the 2023 season and subsequently underwent season ending surgery. It appears his recovery has gone well, and he will be ready to participate in New England's offseason preparation. Barring any setbacks with his health, he is expected to start at outside linebacker opposite Josh Uche this season.

The Patriots placed Judon (biceps) on injured reserve Saturday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Judon underwent surgery on Oct. 4 after tearing his biceps in Week 4 against the Cowboys, with Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reporting that the star edge rusher was expected to be out for at least two months. Rookie Marte Mapu and Anfernee Jennings should both see increased workloads in Judon's absence.

Judon (biceps) is scheduled to undergo surgery Wednesday and is expected to miss at least two months, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Judon underwent an MRI on Monday that confirmed he suffered a right lower bicep tendon tear in Sunday's 38-3 loss to the Cowboys. With rest and rehab not deemed a viable option, Judon will go under the knife, and the Patriots will have a clearer idea following the procedure whether or not the star edge rusher will be able to play again this season. A two-month absence would keep Judon sidelined until around Week 15.

Judon is believed to have suffered a right lower bicep tendon tear in the fourth quarter Sunday's 38-3 loss to the Cowboys and could be facing a long-term absence, Mark Daniels of The Springfield Republican reports.

He will undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of the injury, but if the bicep tear is confirmed, Judon could be at risk of missing multiple months, if not the remainder of the season. Since joining New England on a four-year deal in 2021, Judon has accrued 32 sacks while playing in all 38 of the team's games while earning Pro Bowl nods in both of his first two seasons with the Patriots. Marte Mapu and Anfernee Jennings would likely be thrust into larger roles at outside linebacker if Judon is out long term.

Judon is being evaluated for a biceps injury and will have an MRI to determine the severity, but he's expected to miss time either way, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Judon exited in the second half of Sunday's 38-3 loss to Dallas with what was initially termed an elbow injury. Losing Judon for any period could have devastating effects for New England's defense, as he had 15.5 sacks last season and has four sacks through four games in 2023.

Judon (elbow) is doubtful to return to Sunday's game against the Cowboys.

Judon sustained an elbow injury in the second half, adding further bad news to a game in which the Patriots benched starting quarterback Mac Jones and are getting blown out. If Judon's unable to return in Dallas, another update on his status will surface before the Patriots host the Saints in Week 5.

Judon registered four tackles (two solo) including two sacks in Sunday's 15-10 win over the Jets.

Judon's second sack of the game came in the final three minutes of the fourth quarter when he sacked Zach Wilson in the end zone for a safety to extend the Patriots' lead to five. Judon is up to four sacks on the season and will look to continue terrorizing opposing quarterbacks as the Patriots visit Dak Prescott and the Cowboys in Week 4.

Judon logged four tackles (four solo) and a sack during the Patriots' 24-17 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.

Judon registered the team's only sack of Tua Tagovailoa on Sunday night and has now recorded a sack in each of his first two games. The 31-year-old is on pace for double-digit sacks once again after having logged 28 across his first two seasons in New England.

Judon recorded three tackles and a sack in Sunday's 25-20 loss versus Philadelphia.

The four-time Pro Bowler did what he does best in Week 1, sacking the notoriously-elusive Jalen Hurts on a crucial third-and-goal to force a field goal on the first drive of the game. He's on pace for his third consecutive double-digit sack season, and he should have plenty of opportunities to rush the passer in Week 2 versus Tua Tagovailoa and a high-flying Miami offense.

Judon and the Patriots agreed to a contract adjustment Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Judon is now guaranteed $14 million in 2023 -- up from $2 million -- and can make up to $18 million this season. Judon led the defense with a career-high 15.5 sacks to go along with 60 tackles, three pass deflections, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery while playing in all 17 games. He's registered 28 sacks over the last two seasons with New England and will continue to be a lynchpin for a Patriots defense that finished eighth in yards allowed per game (322.0) last season.

Judon finished the 2022 season with 60 tackles (36 solo), 15.5 sacks and a fumble recovery while playing in 17 games.

Judon has now registered double-digit sacks in both of his seasons with the Patriots, something he failed to do in all five of his seasons with Baltimore. The four-time Pro Bowler set a new career high in sacks and which also led the team. Over the past two seasons Judon is third in the NFL in sacks and with two years left on his contract, he'll look to keep that dominance up heading into next season.

Judon has re-entered Sunday's game against the Bills, Jim McBride of The Boston Globe reports.

Judon was previously forced out after going down with an ankle injury, though he was able to return before the end of the first half. Expect him to reprise his role as New England's top pass rusher for the remainder of this contest.

Judon (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bills.

Judon appeared to get his ankle rolled up on while being blocked in the first quarter, according to Zack Cox of NESN.com. The 30-year-old pass rusher came into Week 18 tied for third in the NFL with 15.5 sacks. In his absence, Anfernee Jennings and Josh Uche will serve as New England's only available outside linebackers.

Judon posted four tackles (three solo), including one-and-a-half sacks, during Monday's 27-13 win versus the Cardinals.

Judon got a chance to improve upon his career-best sack campaign, as the Patriots' pass rush was able to tee off on backup Colt McCoy after dynamic quarterback Kyler Murray suffered a torn ACL early in the first quarter. As a result, Judon increased his season-sack total to an NFL-best 14.5 through 14 weeks. However, he is still tied with 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa for the most sacks so far in 2022. Judon has notched a full sack in all but four of 13 games this season, though he may have a tough time getting home Week 15 against Las Vegas' offense, which ranks eighth in the NFL with 23 sacks allowed this season.

Judon recorded five tackles (three solo) and 1.5 sacks in Sunday's 10-3 win over the Jets.

Judon combined with Mack Wilson for a sack at the beginning of the third quarter and secured a solo QB takedown to start the fourth -- both on third-down plays. The star pass rusher has seven sacks over his last four appearances and 13 on the year, giving him a new career high.

Judon collected six tackles (four solo), including three sacks, in Sunday's 26-3 victory versus the Colts.

Judon contributed one-third of the Patriots' nine sacks against Indianapolis, increasing his season total to 11.5. The 30-year-old now leads the league in this category through the first nine weeks of the 2022 campaign, and he'll look to add to this lead during New England's next contest against the Jets in Week 11.

Judon recorded four tackles (three solo), 2.5 sacks and a pass defensed in Monday's 33-14 loss to the Bears.

Judon continues to rack up sacks, sitting at 8.5 now on the season through seven games. His performance also vaulted him to league leader in the category, with him surpassing Nick Bosa, with whom he was tied coming into Week 7. He'll look to continue adding to that total Sunday against the Jets.

Judon recorded three tackles (two solo), two sacks and a forced fumble during Sunday's 29-0 win over the Lions.

At the 3:40 mark in the second quarter, Judon sacked Jared Goff on what would go on to be a 59-yard scoop and score for safety Kyle Dugger to put the Patriots ahead 13-0. The 261-pound linebacker is currently tied with Maxx Crosby, Nick Bosa and Micah Parsons for a league-leading six sacks through the first five games in 2022. Judon's next chance to wreck havoc on opposing QBs comes Sunday against a tough Browns' offensive line.

Judon tallied four tackles (one solo), one sack and one pass defense during Sunday's 17-14 win over the Steelers.

Judon took down Mitch Trubisky at the end of the first half, giving the linebacker two sacks across the first two games of 2022. The 2016 fifth-round pick notched a career-high 12.5 sacks last year -- his first with New England.

Judon recorded five tackles (two solo) including one sack during New England's season-opening loss to Miami on Sunday.

Judon recorded one of the Patriots' three sacks of Tua Tagovailoa on Sunday, though he led the team in quarterback hits with four. The starting left outside linebacker appears poised to reprise his role as New England's top pass rusher in 2022.

Judon finished the 2021 regular season with 60 tackles and a team high 12.5 sacks in 17 games.

Judon, who signed a four-year, $54.5 million contract with the Patriots (with a maximum value of $56 million) last March, made his mark as a pass rusher in his first campaign with the team and will once again be counted on in that department in 2022 in his starting linebacker role. The 12.5 sacks that the 29-year-old recorded were tied for the seventh-highest mark in the NFL in that category this past season.

Judon was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Judon has yet to miss a game this year. His ability to suit up is huge for a Patriots defense currently plagued by injury and health concerns.

Judon (illness) is expected to be activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, Jim McBride of The Boston Globe reports.

Judon landed on the COVID list earlier this week, but he's apparently been able to clear the necessary protocols. The 29-year-old has been a significant piece of New England's defensive front with 57 tackles (35 solo), 12.5 sacks and one fumble recovery through 15 games.

Judon has been placed on the Patriots' reserve/COVID-19 list, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

Judon will need to clear the NFL's health and safety protocols before being eligible to return. If he is unable to do so before Sunday's matchup with the Jaguars, Brandon King would be the likely candidate to replace him at outside linebacker.

Judon tallied three tackles (three solo) along with a sack in the 14-10 divisional win over the Bills on Monday night.

Judon has been one of the best defenders in all of football this season as he added to his season sack total which is now at 12.5, the third most in the NFL. The star linebacker has recorded a sack in each of his last six games as he continues to wreak havoc on opposing quarterbacks. The veteran linebacker is the heart and soul of a New England defense that ranks second in the NFL.

Judon managed six tackles (four solo) and a sack during Sunday's 36-13 win over the Titans.

This season, Judon has 11.5 sacks, already a career high despite him playing just 12 games so far, ranking him third in the NFL. The linebacker has impressively racked up at least one sack over eight of 12 games. One of the better edge rushers in the entire NFL, expect Judon to be a consistent IDP option moving forward.

Judon racked up three tackles (one solo) and one sack during Week 11's win over the Falcons.

Judon has brought his season sack total to a career-high 10.5 mark through 11 appearances, and he's now recorded at least a half-sack in four consecutive games. Next, Judon will look to contain a Titans team lacking key offensive players Julio Jones (hamstring), Derrick Henry (foot), and possibly A.J. Brown (chest).

Judon recorded four tackles and one sack in Sunday's 24-6 win over Carolina.

Judon took down Sam Darnold late in the fourth quarter to stall the Panthers' offense. He now has at least one sack in consecutive games and nine total on the campaign heading into a Week 10 matchup against the Browns.

Judon recorded five tackles (four solo) and 1.5 sacks during Sunday's 27-24 win over the Chargers.

Judon recorded 6.5 sacks from Week 2 through Week 5, but he was held without one in back-to-back weeks before getting back on track against the Chargers. The 29-year-old pass rusher has eight sacks through eight games during his first season with the Patriots, and he is well on his way to surpassing his career-high sack total for a season (9.5) that he set in 2019.

Judon compiled four tackles, two for loss, three quarterback hits, and two sacks in Sunday's 25-22 win over the Texans.

Judon is in the midst of a red-hot start to the season. He now has 6.5 sacks, all coming in the last four weeks. At this rate, he is set to shatter his career best of 9.5 sacks. Judon will look to keep his sack streak going against Dak Prescott and the Cowboys in Week 6.

Judon totaled seven tackles (four solo) and one sack during Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Patriots.

Judon has recorded at least one sack in three straight contests and has 4.5 sacks through the first four weeks of the season. The 29-year-old linebacker also set a season-high with seven tackles during the contests. Judon remains a high-end up for fantasy managers this season.

Judon posted three tackles (two solo) and 2.5 sacks in Sunday's 28-13 loss to the Saints.

The Patriots badly need a consistent pass-rusher, and Judon is proving he can be that guy. The 29-year-old is off to a hot start in New England, generating 3.5 sacks through three games. He'll take aim at Tom Brady when the Buccaneers come to town in Week 4.

Judon (knee) was not listed on the Patriots' injury report ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Saints, Andrew Callahan of Boston Herald reports.

Judon didn't practice Wednesday, but he was upgraded to a limited participant Thursday and full participant Friday. The former Ravens pass rusher has six tackles and one sack through two games with the Patriots.

Judon (knee) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald reports.

This is a step in the right direction for Judon, who missed Wednesday's practice. The former Ravens pass rusher has six tackles and one sack through two games with New England.

Judon (knee) did not practice Wednesday.

Judon will have two more chances to upgrade his practice status ahead of Sunday's game against the Saints. If he can't go, Ronnie Perkins and Josh Uche will be candidates for increased snaps.

Judon and the Patriots have reached agreement on a four-year, $56 million contract, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Judon has never reached double-digit sacks, but he does have six or more in four straight seasons, with no fewer than 19 QB hits each of those years. And while he applied more pressure than the modest sack totals indicate, critics will note that Baltimore's affinity for Cover-0 blitzes created unblocked pass-rush situations for Judon. Regardless, his competence as both a pass rusher and run defender helped stabilize an otherwise-shaky position in Baltimore the past few years. In New England, Judon could be replacing John Simon, a fellow free agent who had only two sacks in 16 starts for the Pats last year.

The Ravens did not place their franchise tag on Judon, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

Baltimore will allow both Judon and Yannick Ngakoue to test the open market when free agency officially kicks off March 17. Hensley reported back in January that Judon is looking to earn $20 million per season on his next contract. Though Judon is sure to gather plenty of suitors in free agency, he'll likely have difficulty earning that large of a per-year figure.

The Ravens are not expected to use the franchise tag on Judon, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

Judon will become a free agent mid-March unless the Ravens apply the franchise tag to him, or come to terms on an extension. Given his effectiveness as a pass rusher, Judon would no doubt have an easy time finding another landing spot if he does end up hitting free agency.

Judon (illness) does not carry an injury designation for Saturday's divisional-round matchup in Buffalo, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

Judon missed Baltimore's first two practices of the week, but he was a full participant in Thursday's session. The fifth-year linebacker looks set to handle his usual starting role as the Ravens work to contain Josh Allen and the Bills.

Judon (illness) was listed as a non-participant on Tuesday's practice estimate, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

There is no indication at this time that Judon's illness is related to COVID-19. The fifth-year linebacker spent 10 days on the reserve/COVID-19 list back in December. If Judon is unavailable for the AFC divisional round against the Bills, Tyus Bowser likely will bump into a starting role.

Judon was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday and will be available for Monday's game against the Browns, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

Judon has been unavailable since being added to the list Nov. 29, but he'll be ready to return for the pivotal clash between AFC North foes. He'll have the opportunity to get a week of practice under his belt Monday and should be able to play without limitations.

Judon (ankle) remains on the reserve/COVID-19 list and will not be active for Tuesday's matchup against the Cowboys, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

Judon was added to the reserve list Nov. 29 and made unavailable for last Wednesday's 19-14 loss to the Steelers, marking the 28-year-old's first missed game of 2020. The reigning Pro Bowler has recorded four sacks, 34 tackles and pass two deflections over 10 starts this season, but a second straight absence inserts Tyus Bowser into a No. 1 role at outside linebacker.

Baltimore will place Judon (ankle) on the reserve/COVID-19 list after he tested positive for the coronavirus Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Tight end Mark Andrews (thigh) also tested positive, making him and Judon the 11th and 12th Ravens players to land on the list. Both players will miss Tuesday's game against the Steelers, and at this point, the two should be considered unlikely to be activated prior to the Ravens' Week 13 matchup with the Cowboys on Dec. 7. The star edge rusher had tallied 35 tackles and four sacks through the Ravens' first 10 games.

Judon (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Steelers, Daniel Oyefusi of The Baltimore Sun reports.

Judon gets an extra few days to recover because the game was moved to Tuesday. The fifth-year linebacker has been useful for fantasy purposes over the past three weeks, recording 17 tackles, two sacks and a pass breakup. If he's unable to play this week, Tyus Bowser is expected to start at outside linebacker.

Judon (calf) is active for Sunday's game in New England.

Baltimore will benefit from availability from the 28-year-old outside linebacker, who initially sported a questionable tag for Sunday's contest. Judon hasn't notched a sack since Week 4, but he did manage to accumulate a season-high seven tackles against the Colts last week.

Judon (calf) is expected to play in Sunday's game versus the Patriots, Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports reports.

Judon's still questionable, but the Ravens will officially make him active 90 minutes before the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff. The 28-year-old is slated to start at outside linebacker, and he'll look to build off the season-high seven tackles he posted last week against the Colts.

Judon (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Patriots.

After starting the practice week on the sidelines, Judon made progress every day and was a full participant Friday. Barring a setback, he should be good to go for Sunday night's game, and he's expected to start at outside linebacker if that's the case. Judon recorded a season-high seven tackles last week against the Colts, adding his second pass breakup of the year.

Judon (calf) was held to limited participation during the Ravens' practice session Thursday.

Judon abruptly appeared on the team's injury report Wednesday, and he was deemed entirely unable to participate in group drills. Improvement to a partial workload Thursday moves the needle in a positive direction regarding his Week 10 status, plus Judon is afforded slightly extra time to recover with Baltimore's matchup against New England not taking place until Sunday night. The reigning Pro Bowler has started every game for the Ravens thus far in 2020, registering 25 tackles, two sacks and 13 QB hits.

Judon (calf) was a non-participant in Wednesday's practice.

This appears to be a new injury for Judon, casting doubt onto his status for this week's game against the Patriots. The next two days of practice will be critical for his chances to suit up. Tyus Bowser likely would start at outside linebacker if Judon was ruled out.

Judon registered seven tackles (five solo) and a pass breakup in Sunday's 24-10 win over the Colts.

Judon handled a season-high 78 percent snap share and came through with a season high in tackles as well. The fifth-year linebacker has now produced 25 stops through eight games, but his ceiling has taken a hit this year with just two sacks (he recorded 9.5 in 2019).

Judon was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday and logged full practice.

Judon was placed on the list Tuesday as he was considered high-risk with close contact to Marlon Humphrey, who tested positive Monday. It appears Judon has tested negative enough times to return to the team, and be able to suit up in Sunday's game against the Colts. The veteran will handle his usual starting role at one of the outside linebacker positions for Week 9 now that he's been officially cleared.

Judon was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Judon is considered a high-risk close contact to Marlon Humphrey, who tested positive for the virus Monday, and he'll need to isolate for five days. If Judon tests negative through Saturday, he'll be eligible to play in Sunday's road game versus the Colts. Patrick Queen, L.J. Fort, Malik Harrison and Tyus Bowser also landed on the list, so the Ravens will need to call up practice squad players if anyone is forced to miss time.

Judon has been ejected from Sunday's matchup against the Steelers for contacting an official, Dianna Russini of ESPN reports.

Judon's contact was not malicious by any means, as he was seemingly trying to free his arm from an opposing player's grasp when he bumped the referee. The officiating crew deemed the act significant enough to merit ejection, however, removing a formidable pass rusher from Baltimore's front seven. Judon has recorded eight QB hits and two sacks over his past three appearances, but the Ravens will have to proceed without him for the remainder of Sunday's contest.

Judon finished with four tackles (two solo), two sacks, and two tackles for loss Sunday against Washington.

Judon registered his first two sacks of the 2020 campaign. He tallied 9.5 sacks a season ago, so while he was off to a slow start entering Week 4, he's right back on track following an impressive week, despite playing in 59 percent of his squad's defensive snaps (42).

Judon will play out 2020 under the franchise tag, Childs Walker of the Baltimore Sun reports.

Judon and the Ravens failed to work out a long-term extension before Wednesday's 4 p.m. ET deadline. The outside linebacker is scheduled for a $16.8 million salary in 2020 as he looks to repeat last year's career highs for sacks (9.5) and QB hits (33). Judon played 81 percent of Baltimore's defensive snaps as a 16-game starter in 2019, and he should see a similar workload in 2020.

Judon doesn't mind the franchise tag, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports. "I'm pleased to be tagged," Judon said "I feel like only a few players get to go through this in their lifetime. As much as I want stability in the future, I'm proud of where I'm at and where I came from."

Judon signed the franchise tender in late May, ending any speculation about a potential holdout. He presumably prefers to sign a long-term contract before the July 15 deadline, but it doesn't sound like he's in any rush to agree to a team-friendly deal. The 2016 fifth-round pick is scheduled to make $16.8 million under the franchise tag, following a 2019 campaign with career highs for sacks (9.5), QB hits (33) and forced fumbles (four). The raw numbers were impressive, but PFF charted Judon with an NFL-high 56 percent of his pressures coming on plays where he was either unblocked or "cleaning up" for another pass rusher. He appears to have benefited considerably from playing in a blitz-happy defense with an excellent secondary.

Judon signed his franchise tag Thursday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Judon's decision to sign the franchise tag suggests that he won't opt for a holdout even if the Ravens don't sign him to a long-term deal prior to the July 15 deadline. As such, Judon will carry a sizable $15.83 million contract for the 2020 campaign. The pass rusher is coming off an solid 2019 season in which he notched multiple career-high marks, including 9.5 sacks, four forced fumbles and 33 QB hits, to go with a solid 54 total tackles through 16 games.

The Ravens gave Judon a franchise tag Friday, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

The move has long been expected, with Judon the lone reasonable choice to receive Baltimore's tag this offseason. It's less clear if he'll sign a long-term deal, play on the tag or get traded, as reports from February hinted at friction between the two parties. Judon is coming off a 2019 campaign with career highs for sacks (9.5), QB hits (33) and forced fumbles (four), but the Ravens believe some of his production was the result of a blitz-happy scheme and excellent play from their cornerbacks. While the argument undoubtedly has legitimacy, Judon's agent will be sure to mention that the 27-year-old accounted for 25.7 percent of the team's sacks and 29.7 percent of the QB hits, i.e., he was the only Baltimore pass rusher that actually parlayed the favorable conditions into production.

Judon is expected to receive a franchise tag, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

Judon is the only reasonable candidate for Baltimore this offseason, coming off a 2019 campaign with career highs for sacks (9.5), QB hits (33) and forced fumbles (four). His representatives likely will argue that his fourth-in-the-league total for QB hits shows pass-rushing ability beyond the sack numbers, while Baltimore's front office can argue that Judon was aided by the team's league-high blitz rate (54.9 percent) and excellent secondary. Regardless of how the arguments play out, Judon presumably will want a contract exceeding that of former teammate Za'Darius Smith, who signed with Green Bay last offseason for four years and $66 million, though just 30.3 percent was fully guaranteed. There already have been some rumors that the Ravens could opt for a tag-and-trade if Judon won't take a team-friendly deal.

Judon is a candidate to receive the franchise tag and may also be the subject of trade inquiries, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.

The 2016 fifth-round pick had a career-high 9.5 sacks in the final season of his rookie contract, bringing his four-year averages to 7.1 sacks, 20.5 QB hits and 46.5 tackles on 640.5 defensive snaps per year. Judon is the Ravens' only viable candidate for a franchise tag, but the team would probably prefer to sign him to a long-term contract. While a tag-and-trade presumably wouldn't be the first option, it could become part of the discussion if Judon and the Ravens have trouble reaching a multi-year agreement. The 27-year-old is Baltimore's best player at an otherwise weak position, and the team has enough cap space to bring him back.

Judon recorded 54 tackles (43 solo), 9.5 sacks and four forced fumbles across 16 regular-season contests in 2019.

Judon typically handled around 80 percent of defensive snaps per game in 2019. He settled into a groove across from rookie third-round pick Jaylon Ferguson, securing IDP relevance en route to surpassing his previous career-high sack total set during the 2017 season. The 27-year-old is set to become an unrestricted free agent in March.

Judon (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the 49ers.

Judon was initially listed as questionable for Sunday's contest, but he appears to have successfully shed his ankle injury. The 27-year-old linebacker stands to draw his usual start versus the 49ers.

Judon (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports

Judon was able to finish the week as a full practice participant and appears on track to play Week 13. The starting linebacker typically plays about 80 percent of defensive snaps and seems likely to receive his regular workload versus San Francisco.

Judon was limited in Wednesday's practice due to an ankle injury, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athleticreports.

Judon appears to have picked up an ankle injury during Monday's dominant win over the Rams. The starting linebacker will have two more chances to up his activity ahead of Sunday's contest against the 49ers.