Matthew Judon returns to practice on Thursday [Video]

Matthew Judon has returned to the field.

After head coach Jerod Mayo said in his Thursday morning press conference that he was fully expecting Judon to participate, multiple reporters on the scene have noted that Judon is indeed back for practice.

Mayo opened his presser by saying he’d had a good conversation with Judon, but would like to keep the details of the talks internal.

“Had a great meeting with Judon and we’re all moving forward,” Mayo said. “I remember as a player, it’s always a difficult time — it’s always a difficult time when you go through contract negotiations and things like that. And saying that, for the rest of the team, we’re pushing forward. Fully expect Matthew to be out here today and participate in practice.”

Mayo added that he has a great relationship with Judon and the rest of the players.

“It was good. It was healthy,” Mayo said of his conversation with Judon. …