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 |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 43 | 1 | 0 |
Packers place ORT Bulaga on I.R.
The Packers placed ORT Bryan Bulaga (hip) on injured reserve and signed LB Vic So’oto.
Matthews' status for next Packers game remains murky
It probably won’t be known until very late next week if Packers injured ROLB Clay Matthews will be able to play in Week 11.
Packers activate Quarless, place Perry on I.R.
The Packers activated TE Andrew Quarless from the physically-unable-to-perform list and placed LB Nick Perry on injured reserve.
No change to Week 12 schedule
The NFL announced Wednesday that there will be no changes to the Week 12 or Thanksgiving Day schedule.
NFC North Spin cycle: Bears, Packers, Lions surging
The Vikings were the only NFC North team in the loss column in Week Nine as the Bears, Packers and Lions cruised to double-digit wins.
Cobb, Packers hand Cardinals fifth loss in a row
Randall Cobb added two scoring catches and the Packers got a 31-17 victory Sunday that handed the Cardinals their fifth straight loss.
Bucs RB Martin, Packers CB Hayward named Rookies of the Month
Buccaneers RB Doug Martin and Packers CB Casey Hayward were named the NFL’s Rookies of the Month for October.
NFC North Spin cycle: Bears, Packers win ugly
All four NFC North teams stayed home in Week Nine, and only the Vikings failed to make use of their advantage.
Packers survive scare from Jaguars
Aaron Rodgers went back to an old favorite, connecting with Donald Driver on a 4-yard touchdown to seal Green Bay's 24-15 victory over the Jaguars.
Woodson injury hurts Packers, but not severely
While Charles Woodson's broken collarbone will hurt the Packers, team sources believe his absence should not be considered devastating.
Packers WR Jennings to have surgery next week
Packers WR Greg Jennings said Thursday that he will undergo surgery to repair his next Tuesday on what he describes as an abdominal tear.
Report: Cowboys agree to terms with S Peprah
The Cowboys agreed to terms on a deal with former Packers S Charlie Peprah, according to ESPN Dallas.
NFL approves Packers' funding request
The Packers will benefit from an NFL stadium construction program included in the league's new Collective Bargaining Agreement.
NFC North Spin cycle: Peterson carries load as Ponder slumps
Things continued looking up for the Bears, Vikings and Packers in Week Seven after victories over the Lions, Cardinals and Rams, respectively.
Packers get G-4 funding for Lambeau renovations
The NFL approved the Packers’ request for $58 million in G-4 stadium-funding money.
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.
