Matt Spaeth
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Position: TE
Jersey #: 89
Date of Birth: November 24, 1983
Height / Weight: 6'7" / 262 lbs
College: Minnesota
Drafted: Round , Pick 77 in 2007 by PIT
First Team: PIT (2007)
Last Team: PIT (2015)
Receiving Stats (WR / TE)
| Year | Team | Games | Rec | Targets | Rec Yds | TDs | YAC | 1st Downs | Fumbles | Fantasy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | PIT | 3 | 2 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | PIT | 3 | 3 | 4 | 46 | 1 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 13 |
| 2013 | PIT | 2 | 1 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| 2012 | CHI | 6 | 6 | 10 | 28 | 1 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 9 |
| 2011 | CHI | 9 | 7 | 11 | 50 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 17 |
| 2010 | PIT | 7 | 9 | 18 | 80 | 1 | 38 | 4 | 0 | 14 |
| 2009 | PIT | 5 | 5 | 7 | 25 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| 2008 | PIT | 7 | 17 | 17 | 136 | 0 | 74 | 6 | 0 | 14 |
| 2007 | PIT | 4 | 5 | 5 | 34 | 3 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 21 |
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Matt Spaeth - NFL Career Overview
Date of Birth: November 24, 1983College: University of Minnesota
Position: Tight End (TE)
Career Timeline
- Pittsburgh Steelers (2007-2012)
- Drafted in the 3rd round of the 2007 NFL Draft (77th overall).
- Played a significant role as a blocking tight end.
- Contributed to the Steelers' Super Bowl XLIII victory in 2009.
- Recorded 14 receptions for 165 yards and 2 touchdowns during his tenure with the team.
- Chicago Bears (2013-2015)
- Signed with the Bears in March 2013.
- Served as a reliable backup tight end and special teams player.
- Played in 26 games over two seasons, contributing mainly as a blocker.
Highlights and Accomplishments
- Super Bowl Champion (XLIII)
- Known for his strong blocking skills, key in running plays.
- Participated in 7 NFL seasons, contributing to both offense and special teams.
Post-NFL Career
After retiring from professional football, Matt Spaeth has remained relatively low-profile. His contributions on the field, particularly as a reliable tight end and blocker, have solidified his place in the memories of Steelers and Bears fans alike.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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