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Dolphins Waive Four-Time Pro Bowler Matthew Judon After Playoff Elimination

The veteran edge rusher now goes to waivers, creating a late-season option for pass-rush-needy contenders.

Overview

  • Miami moved on from Judon on Dec. 17, and because this is after the trade deadline he must pass through waivers before potentially reaching free agency.
  • Judon, 33, produced 19 tackles with no sacks in 13 games for Miami this season after a decade that includes roughly 72 career sacks and four Pro Bowls with the Ravens and Patriots.
  • The cut follows the Dolphins’ Monday night loss to the Steelers that eliminated them from playoff contention and continues an in-season reset.
  • His exit opens snaps for younger defenders, headlined by second-year rusher Chop Robinson with additional opportunities for Cameron Goode and Quinton Bell, and Miami has not announced a replacement move.
  • Reporters and analysts project interest from playoff hopefuls if available, repeatedly citing teams such as the Patriots, Ravens, Bills and 49ers as potential fits.