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Double digits in the first couple of weeks seems like a long lost memory after Matthews was held to 50 yards or less in both weeks since.
A solid Washington secondary held the Eagles’ top receiver to only three catches for 50 yards on Sunday, a yard more than Matthews managed against the Jets the week prior. Those numbers don’t scream promise, and neither does watching Sam Bradford throw. But fear now, Matthews owners. Bradford and the Eagles actually looked impressive on Sunday, torching the Redskins on deep balls and moving down the field. If they can continue that, the explosiveness we're used to seeing from a Chip Kelly offense could become more and more of a reality.
Either way, Matthews is the top option in a dynamic offense and still has WR1 appeal. Factor in an Eagles defense that continues to fight injuries and the offense may find themselves throwing the ball more often than not. Matthews didn’t benefit much from that on Sunday, but he will in the future.
