ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) Newly acquired Buffalo Bills receiver Jordan Matthews is confident he’ll be ready for the start of the regular season after taking part in light drills for the first time since hurting his chest a week ago.
Matthews, however, isn’t sure if he’ll be available to play in Buffalo’s final two preseason games because he’s still experiencing soreness, especially when breathing. He remains upbeat despite initially being frustrated after chipping a bone in his sternum during his first practice with the Bills after being acquired in a trade with Philadelphia on Aug. 11.
The third-year player’s acquisition coincided with Buffalo trading starting receiver Sammy Watkins to the Los Angeles Rams.
Speaking to reporters for the first time since being traded, Matthews acknowledged it was difficult for him to leave Philadelphia, where he established a close bond with numerous players. In Buffalo, Matthews is intent on proving he can fill an important role on what is now a totally revamped group of receivers.
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