Davon Godchaux latest Patriot to speak about wanting a new contract

After Friday's training camp practice, Patriots defensive tackle Davon Godchaux opened up about his desire for a new contract. After an offseason that saw the Patriots hand out a number of big new contracts, contracts and contract extensions have been a big talking point early in Patriots training camp. Two players have been at the center of those discussions - linebacker Matthew Judon and defensive tackle Davon Godchaux. Despite wanting new deals as they enter contract years, both Judon and Godchaux have been on the field and participating through the first three days of training camp. Judon has been a full participant and has performed at a high level, while Godchaux did so on Wednesday and Friday but was limited on Thursday with what head coach Jerod Mayo described as "tightness." While both players have been willing participants, they've also both let it be known how they feel about their current contract situations. On Wednesday, Judon spoke at length about where he feels he stands. Friday, it was Godchaux's turn. WATCH: Zolak & Barth react to Davon Godchaux's comments and Day 3 of camp https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-pXWeluEhK8 Click here to subscribe to the Sports Hub YouTube channel "It’s frustrating, but I’m going to give it to my agent," Godchaux said. "I’m going to let Drew [Rosenhaus] handle it. It’s frustrating playing out here with no guaranteed money. But I’m going to put it in Drew’s hands and he’s going to do what’s best for me." "I’d love to retire here," Godchaux added. "I've got a lot more years in me. I’m 29, and in this system, I feel like I can play a long time." Godchaux's presser came just hours after the Patriots signed their latest in a string of contract extensions, giving safety Jabrill Peppers an additional three years. Other Patriots who have gotten big money deals this offseason include running back Rhamondre Stevenson, safety Kyle Dugger, and offensive lineman Mike Onwenu. Despite still waiting to be added to that list, Godchaux said he's happy for his teammates that have already put pen to paper. “I’m excited for all those guys," he said, when asked about seeing other teammates get deals done. "I’m not jealous of none of those guys. Of course you want to get paid too, but I’m excited. Those guys deserve it. Never gonna be jealous of my teammates, my brothers." Jabrill Peppers just got his contract extension, will Davon Godchaux be next? (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images) What is Godchaux looking for in his new deal. He cited two other players - Grover Stewart of the Colts and Dalvin Tomlinson of the Browns who - like him - are early down, primarily run-stopping defensive tackles who have gotten paid in recent years. Both are also similar in age (a year and two years older, respectively) than Godchaux. Stewart signed a three-year, $39 million extension with the Colts back in March, while Tomlinson signed a four-year, $57 million free agency deal with the Browns. Godchaux is in the final year of a two-year, $20.8 million dollar extension he signed with the Patriots in July of 2022, with a non-guaranteed base salary of $7.15 million for this upcoming season according to Pro Football Talk. "I just really want some respect, and I have no doubt that the Patriots and Drew will get a deal done," Godchaux said on Friday, saying he's optimistic the two sides will reach a deal. He characterized the state of the negotiations as "A lot of back and forth," adding that it "definitely hasn’t been a stand-still process.” With the first padded practice of camp (expected to be Monday) quickly approaching, defensive front players will be in the spotlight on the field. Meanwhile, Godchaux (and Judon) will remain in the spotlight off the field until there's a resolution on their contracts.