Rice’s 6-foot-4 chain-mover with proven production
In the 2024 season, Matt Sykes broke out as Rice’s top receiving threat, finishing with 65 catches for 782 yards and 5 touchdowns, and he ranked among the AAC’s better volume receivers while leading the conference in catches in league games. At 6-foot-4, 210 pounds, he brings a big target radius, reliability on intermediate routes, and enough toughness to work through contact. His path also matters: he transferred from UCLA, battled injuries early at Rice, and still emerged as a go-to option — a strong fit for teams wanting a physical, experienced WR who can move the sticks.
