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Clay Matthews

Headshot of Clay Matthews
Position: LB
Jersey #: 52
Date of Birth: May 14, 1986
Height / Weight: 6'3" / 255 lbs
College: Southern California
Drafted: Round , Pick in 2009 by GB
First Team: GB (2009)
Last Team: LA (2020)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Clay Matthews III - Career Overview

Date of Birth: May 14, 1986
Position: Linebacker (LB)
College: University of Southern California (USC)

Professional Career

  • Green Bay Packers (2009-2018)
    • Drafted in the first round (26th overall) of the 2009 NFL Draft.
    • Named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2009.
    • Selected to six Pro Bowls (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015).
    • Named First-team All-Pro in 2010 and Second-team All-Pro in 2011 and 2012.
    • Key contributor to the Packers' victory in Super Bowl XLV.
    • Recorded a career-high of 13.0 sacks in 2010 and consistently ranked among the league leaders in sacks and tackles.
  • Los Angeles Rams (2019-2020)
    • Signed with the Rams in March 2019.
    • Played a significant role in the Rams' defense during his tenure.
    • Helped the team reach Super Bowl LIV in the 2018 season.
    • Announced his retirement from professional football in 2020.

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Super Bowl Champion (XLV)
  • Six-time Pro Bowl selection
  • First-team All-Pro (2010) and two-time Second-team All-Pro (2011, 2012)
  • Defensive Rookie of the Year (2009)
  • Over 500 career tackles and 90 career sacks

Legacy

Clay Matthews III is regarded as one of the premier linebackers of his era, known for his versatility, athleticism, and leadership on the field. His impactful performances and contributions to his teams have solidified his legacy in the NFL.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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