1. Matthew Golden was born on August 1,2003 and is an American professional football wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers of the National Football League.
11 Facts About Matthew Golden
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Matthew Golden played college football at Houston and Texas and was selected by the Packers in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft.
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Ahead of his freshman season in 2022, Matthew Golden earned a starting spot.
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Matthew Golden finished the season with 38 receptions for 584 yards and seven touchdowns.
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Matthew Golden was listed on the Walter Camp Award watchlist for the 2023 season.
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In week 3 of the 2023 season, Matthew Golden hauled in four passes for 56 yards, while returning three kicks for 132 yards and a touchdown, in a loss versus TCU, earning Big 12 Conference special teams player of the week honors.
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On December 7,2023, Matthew Golden announced that he would be entering the transfer portal.
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On December 16,2023, Matthew Golden announced that he would be transferring to Texas.
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On January 13,2025, Matthew Golden declared for the 2025 NFL draft.
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Matthew Golden was selected 23rd overall in the 2025 NFL draft by the Green Bay Packers.
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Matthew Golden was the first wide receiver selected in the first round by the Packers since Javon Walker in 2002.