Eight NFL players who will shine again in 2017

As the NFL embarks on the annual draft and prepares for off-season programs, there are some veterans around the league looking for a new lease on life. Whether due to injury or other issues, some of the following players are coming off disastrous seasons.

One player in particular — Clay Matthews of the Green Bay Packers — is looking to rebound from a down season that saw him play out of position.

From Matthews to fellow linebacker NaVorro Bowman and wide receiver Dez Bryant, here are eight NFL veterans set to rebound in a big way this upcoming season.

By Vincent Frank

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