What team is Clay Matthews on now?

What team is Clay Matthews on now?

the Los Angeles Rams
Clay Matthews was one of the pillars of the Green Bay Packers defence for a decade until he left Wisconsin to join the Los Angeles Rams in 2019 on a two-year contract.

Is Clay Matthews still playing in the NFL?

Matthews was selected by the Packers in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft. Matthews joined the Los Angeles Rams in 2019, where he played one season with the team. He was not on an NFL roster in 2020. Despite not playing in the NFL in 2020, Matthews, 35, has not retired.

How did Clay Matthews break jaw?

Clay Matthews suffered a painful and debilitating injury in Week 5 against the Seahawks when he inadvertently got kicked in the face by Chris Carson. His jaw was broken and subsequently wired shut shortly thereafter as the lengthy recovery process began.

What number is Clay Matthews on the Rams team?

52
Matthews will continue to wear No. 52 with the Rams, but the Packers didn’t wait long before giving out his old jersey number in Green Bay. The team announced on Monday that rookie Rashan Gary, who was drafted in the first round, will take Matthews’ former jersey number.

Does Clay Matthews play for LA?

The Los Angeles Rams have released veteran linebacker Clay Matthews III in addition to running back Todd Gurley. The move saves Los Angeles $3.75 million in salary cap space. Matthews, 33, spent one season with the Rams and started 13 games at linebacker. The Los Angeles native is the son of Clay Matthews Jr.

What was Clay Matthews nickname?

Claymaker
Clay Matthews III/Nicknames

Did the Rams release Clay Matthews?

The Los Angeles Rams are releasing linebacker Clay Matthews, NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported on Thursday afternoon. We have released Clay Matthews. The 33-year-old started 13 games last season, his first with the Rams. Overall, he recorded eight sacks, two forced fumbles and 37 tackles (27 solo) in L.A.

Who is Clay Matthews cousin?

Jake Matthewsvia Clay Matthews Jr.
Kevin Matthewsvia Clay Matthews Jr.Gwen Matthewsvia Clay Matthews Jr.Mike Matthewsvia Clay Matthews Jr.
Clay Matthews III/Cousins

Why was Clay Matthews cut?

Matthews signed a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Rams worth just over $9 million. He suited up for 13 games during the 2019 season, recording eight sacks and 37 total tackles. That wasn’t enough to keep him on the roster, though; the Rams cut the linebacker in an attempt to save salary.