New England Patriots linebacker Matthew Judon has missed practice for two consecutive days following a heated discussion with head coach Jerod Mayo regarding his contract situation. Judon has expressed dissatisfaction with his current contract, which he feels does not reflect his value, leading to speculation about his absence from the team. His teammates have acknowledged the impact of his absence, while the Patriots' defense continued to perform well in his absence during practice.

• Judon's absence raises concerns about his contract situation and potential impact on the team.
• The Patriots' defense showed resilience in practice despite Judon's absence.