Matt Kalil


Headshot of Matt Kalil
Position: OL
Jersey #: 75
Date of Birth: July 6, 1989
Height / Weight: 6'7" / 315 lbs
College: USC
Drafted: Round , Pick in 2012 by MIN
First Team: MIN (2012)
Last Team: CAR (2018)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Matt Kalil: Career Overview

Date of Birth: July 6, 1989
Position: Offensive Lineman (OL)
College: University of Southern California (USC)

Professional Career

  • Minnesota Vikings (2012 - 2016)
    • Drafted as the 4th overall pick in the 2012 NFL Draft.
    • Named to the Pro Bowl in 2012, his rookie season.
    • Helped anchor an offensive line that contributed to Adrian Peterson's 2,097 rushing yards in 2012, just eight yards shy of breaking Eric Dickerson's single-season rushing record.
    • Started all 16 games in his rookie season and continued to be a key starter for the Vikings for several years.
  • Carolina Panthers (2017 - 2018)
    • Signed a five-year contract with the Panthers in March 2017.
    • Played in 15 games during the 2017 season, starting in 14.
    • Struggled with injuries during the 2018 season, limiting him to just 2 games.

Highlights & Accomplishments

  • Pro Bowl: 2012
  • First-team All-American: 2011
  • Pac-12 Offensive Lineman of the Year: 2011
  • Part of the USC Trojans team that had a successful collegiate career and produced several NFL talents.

Personal Life

  • Matt Kalil is known for his athleticism and footwork, which contributed to his success in both college and the NFL.
  • He is the brother of Ryan Kalil, a former NFL center who played for the Carolina Panthers and was also a Pro Bowl selection.
Matt Kalil had a promising start to his NFL career, highlighted by a Pro Bowl selection and impactful performances with the Minnesota Vikings. Despite facing challenges later in his career, he remains a notable figure from his draft class and a member of the USC Trojans legacy in the NFL.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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