The Atlanta Falcons' first major move of the offseason was to lock up their most experienced player.
The Falcons agreed with former Pro Bowl left tackle Jake Matthews on a two-year, $45 million extension, sources confirmed to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler on Sunday. NFL Network was the first to report the news. The deal was negotiated by agent Ryan Williams of Athletes First.
Matthews, 33, still had another year left on his previous contract. This will likely keep one of the team's franchise players, an 11-year veteran, in Atlanta at least through 2026. Matthews will get $38 million guaranteed, NFL Network reported.