Jordan Matthews spent three years as a popular player in the Eagles locker room, friendly with teammates from different position groups and backgrounds. But Matthews, who was well-regarded for his humility, couldn't offer much empathy. He was a second-round pick who started much of his rookie season. He became the Eagles' top receiver and one of the high-profile players on one of the NFL's high-profile teams.
The Eagles traded Matthews to Buffalo last August. After an unproductive, injury-plagued year with the Bills, Matthews couldn't find a big payday in free agency. He signed with New England in April, but the Patriots released him after a hamstring injury in training camp.