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In a tough blow for the New England Patriots, it looks like they’ll have to tough it out without two key players on defense, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter
It seems that rookie cornerback Christian Gonzalez and veteran pass-rusher Matthew Judon are going to be sidelined indefinitely following their injuries during the Patriots’ 38-3 loss to the Cowboys last Sunday.
Gonzalez injured his shoulder, while Judon tore a lower bicep tendon.
Patriots’ first-round pick Christian Gonzalez and pass-rushing standout Matthew Judon both are out indefinitely while they seek second opinions on their injuries, per sources. Gonzalez injured his shoulder, Judon suffered a lower bicep tendon tear.
Two significant losses.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 2, 2023
Since he joined the team in 2021 on a big free-agent contract, Judon has been a force to be reckoned with, racking up an impressive 32.0 sacks in just 35 games with the Patriots.
Schefter gives us a final update, noting that Judon is going under the knife for his torn bicep on Wednesday.
Judon wants to make a comeback this year, but there are doubts about whether he’ll be able to pull it off.
Patriots’ standout pass rusher Matthew Judon will undergo surgery on his torn bicep Wednesday, per source. He wants to try to come back to play again this year, but there are questions about whether he can or will. Either way he’s out indefinitely.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 3, 2023