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Falcons rookie OL Matthews impresses Smith
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Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Jake Matthews (70) stands on the sidelines against the Miami Dolphins during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Friday, Aug. 8, 2014, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) - photo by Associated Press
FLOWERY BRANCH — 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 staring right tackle, graded out well following his professional debut as the Falcons beat Miami 16-10 in the exhibition opener for both teams.