Jake Matthews

Jake Matthews signed a two-year, $45 million extension with the Falcons.

Fantasy Impact

Matthews will get $38 million fully guaranteed over the next two seasons. He'll remain a consistent part of the Falcons offensive line.

After being present for his son's birth this morning, OL Jake Matthews is expected to make it back to Charlotte in time for TNF.

Fantasy Impact

Matthews is expected to be available for the Falcons tonight, helping bolster a potent Atlanta running game. Among the Falcons inactives are TEs Feleipe Franks and Anthony Firkser, S Erik Harris, ILB Nate Landman, OL Jonotthan Harrison, DL Matt Dickerson and CB A.J. Terrell.

Offensive lineman Jake Matthews and the Falcons have agreed to terms on a three-year extension.

Fantasy Impact

The extension is worth $52.5 million over the first three years with a new average of $18.5 million. It also frees up some cap space for the Falcons heading into free agency.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport is reporting Falcons OL Jake Matthews (knee) is expected to play in Week 2.

Fantasy Impact

While Matthews missed practice earlier in the week with a knee injury, he should be fine to play in Sunday's road encounter at Dallas. Considering the revamped Cowboys pass-rush, the Falcons will need all hands on deck to keep Matt Ryan upright and attempt to get Todd Gurley going on the ground with more efficiency. If Matthews ultimately sits, expect Matt Gono or John Wetzel to draw the Week 2 start.

Atlanta Falcons left tackle Jake Matthews missed Wednesday's practice with a knee injury.

Fantasy Impact

Matthews has a history of knee issues, so a missed practice is concerning, even on a Wednesday. If he ends up missing time, the Falcons entire offense will take a slight value hit.