CLAY
MATTHEWS
#52 -
LB
Ht/Wt
6’3’’,
255 lbs
Experience
11
years
Debut
Sep 13, 2009
Born
May 14, 1986
(37 yrs)
Los Angeles, California
Hometown
Agoura Hills, California
Drafted
Drafted by Green Bay in 2009 (1/26).
College
Southern California
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2020-03-19 |
Released by the Los Angeles Rams.
|
| 2019-10-25 |
Jaw injury, out.
|
| 2019-10-18 |
Jaw injury, out.
|
| 2019-10-11 |
Jaw injury, out.
|
| 2019-03-19 |
Signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Los Angeles Rams to a two-year contract.
|
Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NFL | Super Bowl Super Bowl | 2010 (XLV - Green Bay) |
| NFL | Dick Butkus Award Top linebacker | 2010 |
| NFL | Named to play in Pro Bowl Named to play in Pro Bowl | 2015, 2014, 2012 (did not play - injured), 2011, 2010 (did not play), 2009 |
Scouting Report
A true playmaker. He brings a well-sized frame for his position and is a very explosive defender. He shows superior anticipation, tackles hard, and has the moves and strength to consistently make plays in the backfield. Plays with a great intensity and energy, and can dominate games. Tends to be too aggressive at times and overruns some plays. Needs to refine his overall technique in zone coverage to become a complete package. Somewhat inconsistent game-to-game and season-to-season, despite his stellar tools.
Long Range Potential: Elite linebacker.
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