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Liam McKeone

Matthew Judon Denies Report of Patriots' Contact Offer Amidst Holdout

Jul 26, 2024; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots linebacker Matthew Judon (9) tosses a ball to fans during training camp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports | Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports

Jerod Mayo's first training camp as head coach of the New England Patriots is off to a bit of a rocky start. Pro Bowl pass rusher Matthew Judon, who has openly been asking for a new contract as he enters the final year of his current deal with zero guaranteed money, is now holding out in an effort to get his wish. And on Wednesday, he took to the internet to dispel rumors about the situation.

The Athletic's Dianna Russini reported on X, formerly Twitter, that the Pats had offered a revised contract to Judon after he missed training camp on Tuesday, the first time he was a straight-up no-show. Judon responded less than 10 minutes later, saying there was not a new offer and to "not believe the lies."

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