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 |
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The NFL released a statement Tuesday announcing that Monday night’s result between the Packers and Seahawks will stand.
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Week Two Players of the Week
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Forte leaves game with ankle injury
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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.