FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- Atlanta Falcons left tackle Jake Matthews, the sixth-overall pick in the 2014 draft, knows he needs to elevate his play entering his fourth season.
Matthews has had his share of good moments, including an outstanding second season, showing why he is trusted to protect Matt Ryan. But there have been some noticeable hiccups over the past three years, some related to Matthews having to rebound from significant injuries.
The Falcons have already picked up Matthews' fifth-year option at a value of $12.