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Report: Jets Sign Wide Receiver Rishard Matthews

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — The Jets have filled a void on offense.

Days after releasing wide receiver Terrelle Pryor, New York signed veteran wideout Rishard Matthews on Tuesday, ESPN reported.

Matthews fell out of favor in Tennessee, where his playing time diminished following a torn meniscus suffered during the offseason. The Titans had hoped to ease Matthews back into the lineup, but he felt slighted by his lack of playing time and requested his release. He has appeared in three games this season, recording just three receptions for 11 yards.

However, Matthews, who turned 29 on Oct.