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Is Jordan Matthews the Next Marques Colston?
Matthews' measurables line up nicely to Colston's entering the league. Could he succeed in his rookie campaign like the Saints' wideout did?

With the NFL being such a pass heavy league, there are more tosses to go around to multiple receivers than ever before. Fullbacks are being phased out, tight ends are more known for their receiving skills rather than blocking, and running backs can lead their team in receptions.

The slot receiver is no longer one reserved for the small and quick playmakers like Wes Welker and Percy Harvin. They now come in all shapes in sizes for matchup purposes. Philadelphia Eagles coach Chip Kelly loves taking advantage of these types of matchups, as his offense has several different options on each play depending on how the defense reacts.

Kelly's Eagles drafted Jordan Matthews in the second round of the draft this year, and Chip has gone on record saying he likes Matthews in the slot in three-receiver sets, while according to Fleaflicker, Matthews is one of the top waiver wire pickups, so getting him now would be wise. He's going in the late 11th round for standard 12-team leagues, which is later than both Maclin and Cooper. At that price, he has my attention, and could end up being the most valuable asset in the Eagles' offense this year.

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