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Falcons rookie Matthews impresses Smith in debut
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Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Jake Matthews stands on the sidelines against the Miami Dolphins during the second half of Friday's preseason game. - photo by John Bazemore | Associated Press
Jake Matthews' first live NFL action gives Atlanta coach Mike Smith reason to think the No. 6 overall draft pick has potential to become an elite player. Matthews, the team's starting right tackle, graded out well following his professional debut as the Falcons beat Miami 16-10 in the exhibition opener for both teams.
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