After losing DeSean Jackson for the next six weeks, the Eagles were left in a tricky spot. With a lack of production already haunting the wide receiver position and the trade deadline now behind them, they turned to an old friend. Former second-round pick Jordan Matthews. What does this mean for the team moving forward? Here’s everything you need to know.
The player
An Eagles draft selection in 2014, Matthews has 3,255 receiving yards and 22 touchdowns to his name, with most of those coming while donning an Eagles uniform. His best season came in 2015, but Matthews was instrumental in the growth of Carson Wentz as a rookie.