The Patriots ended up placing receiver Jordan Matthews on injured reserve rather than releasing him, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Matthews could negotiate an injury settlement and eventually become a free agent.
He has a significant hamstring injury after going down in Sunday’s practice. A report emerged earlier Wednesday that the Patriots were releasing Matthews, and it’s possible the Patriots were hoping a team would have interest in trading for Matthews.
The Patriots had veteran Eric Decker in for a visit this week.
Matthews signed a one-year deal in April that contained $170,000 in guaranteed money. Matthews had 25 catches for 282 yards and a touchdown for the Bills last season.
