Matthew Judon joined the Miami Dolphins on a one-year deal worth up to 6 million, visiting the facility Monday as Miami eyes a beefed-up edge rush. The move comes without tying Judon to any injury concerns around Jaelan Phillips, Chop Robinson or Bradley Chubb, signaling a merger of veteran presence with the team’s growing depth.

Judon, 33, posted 5.5 sacks last season after returning from a torn biceps that sidelined him in 2023, and sits at 72 career sacks across nine seasons. Miami languished at 27th in sacks last year (35) with Robinson and Sieler chipping in; Chubb missed all of 2024 and Phillips four games. The addition pairs a proven, thrifty pass-rush option with a room that already flashed in preseason, including Grayson Murphy and Derrick McLendon.

The signing underscores a concerted effort to stabilize a defense that has been outpaced by growing offensive lines. For fantasy managers, Judon’s presence could unlock more favorable matchups for Miami’s other edge players, depending on how the rotation shakes out and how quickly Judon adapts to the Dolphins’ scheme.

Matthew Judon is reportedly set to join the Miami Dolphins, a veteran splash that would inject a four-time Pro Bowl pass rusher into a defense already stocked on the edge. Judon, 33, arrived in the NFL with the Ravens and thrived there before a long run with the Patriots that produced steady sack totals, punctuated by a Pro Bowl run in 2019 and 2020. An injury in 2023 limited his field time, and a midseason trade sent him to Atlanta for a 2024 return, where he logged 5.5 sacks. The Dolphins would welcome the veteran presence, but the fit raises questions given their current trio of edge players and the youth on the roster.

The Dolphins already lean on Chop Robinson, Jaelan Phillips, and Bradley Chubb to rush the passer, with Grayson Murphy and Derrick McLendon among the intriguing youngsters. How Judon slides into rotation and how much work he eats into the others will determine not only the defensive identity but fantasy implications for the group. The move would shift the depth chart and could influence how aggressively the defense attacks quarterbacks this season.

Judon’s 72 career sacks rank 14th among active players, underscoring the upside of a healthy return. If he’s within striking distance of the peak form that made him a perennial Pro Bowler, the Dolphins could transform a unit that already boasted strong talent on the edge into a top-tier force. Still, the combination of age, injury risk, and the Dolphins’ current depth will be critical to monitor as talks progress.

The Miami Dolphins have had a challenging season, utilizing 71 different players, ranking them sixth in the NFL for player turnover. This includes a mix of starters and practice squad members, reflecting the team's dynamic roster changes as they navigate injuries and performance issues.

As they prepare for their Week 14 matchup, fans can review a comprehensive list of transactions, highlighting player signings, elevations, and injuries that have shaped the team's strategy throughout the season.