Green Bay Packers
Clay Matthews - #52 - LB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 3"/ 255 lbs. |
| Birthday | 05/14/1986 |
| Birthplace | Agoura Hills, CA |
| College | USC |
| Years played | 5 |
| Drafted | 2009, 1st round, 26th pick by Packers |
Packers release FS Collins
The Packers announced Wednesday that they have released three-time Pro Bowl FS Nick Collins.
Packers re-sign OLB Walden
The Packers have re-signed OLB Erik Walden, the club announced Monday. Terms were not disclosed.
Bush's heart leads him to stay in Green Bay
To hear Jarrett Bush tell it, even Don Corleone would have had a hard time coming up with a strong enough offer to convince him to sign elsewhere this offseason.
Packers cut OLT Clifton
The Packers released OLT Chad Clifton on Monday, it was announced by GM Ted Thompson.
Packers' schedule highlighted by start and post-bye stretches
The Packers start their 2012 regular season with three games on three different days of the week but will face their greatest tests at the end of the year.
Driver not dancing out of Green Bay just yet
If Mike McCarthy can be taken at his word, popular veteran WR Donald Driver will not be packing his bags to leave Green Bay any time soon.
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Packers' preseason schedule revealed
The Packers will be opening the 2012 campaign vs. the Chargers on Aug. 9 with a preseason game in San Diego.
NFC North draft needs
As several teams in the division look to draft a cornerback early, highly rated LSU CB Morris Claiborne is a possibility, if he's still available.
DL Hargrove announces he's headed to Packers
The Packers have reached a deal with DE Anthony Hargrove, the lineman tweeted on Thursday morning. Terms of the agreement were not announced.
McCarthy shows support for Clifton, Driver
At the NFL owners meeting’s annual NFC coaches’ breakfast, Packers head coach Mike McCarthy hinted that the team could be bringing back both Chad Clifton and Donald Driver.
Packers receive four compensatory picks
The Packers received four compensatory picks for the 2012 NFL draft, including two in the fourth round.
Raiders sign OT Barnes, ex-Packers CB Lee
The Raiders have re-signed OT Khalif Barnes and also have picked up ex-Packers free-agent CB Pat Lee, the San Francisco Chronicle reported.
Packers sign DT Muir
The Packers have signed DT Daniel Muir to a contract, the team announced Friday. Terms and conditions were not revealed.
Packers not stressing over Wells' departure
As smart and steady as former starting C Scott Wells was, the Packers feel reasonably confident they've found an adequate replacement.
PLAYER NEWS
Matthews returned for the Packers on Sunday against the Bears.|||||||
The team's top pass rusher has missed the last four games because of a hamstring injury.
Matthews left Sunday's game against Arizona with a hamstring injury.|||||||
Matthews has recorded 31 tackles this season, including nine sacks.
So what does Matthews have in common with Jennifer Lopez, Ryan Seacrest and Keith Urban? They'll all be presenters at the Grammy Awards on Sunday night. Matthews and other Packer players have been in the spotlight this week following their Super Bowl victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday.|||||||
Matthews, who drew nearly as much attention for his long hair as for his skills on defense, has a busy week with appearances scheduled for "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" and "The Ellen DeGeneres Show." Grammy officials also say will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas, who performed at halftime, will be a presenter at the music awards.
The Packers expect Matthrews to play this week after missing last week's loss to Miami with a hamstring injury.|||||||
Matthews, who has 8 1/2 sacks, could be limited to stay healthy for later in the season. "I think the plan is it's either all or nothing," said Matthews. "I'm sure they'll spell me a few times to catch me a break, but at the same time, I look to continue my play which I've put together to begin the season."
The Packers expect Matthews to play this week after missing last week's loss to Miami with a hamstring injury. "Barring any setback, I think he'll be ready to go," coach Mike McCarthy said.|||||||
Matthews, who has 8 1/2 sacks, wants to contribute on a full-time basis, though he may be limited to keep him healthy for later in the season.