Matt Veldman
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Career Summary
Matt Veldman was a North Dakota State tight end who signed with Jacksonville after the 2012 draft and appeared in one regular-season game for Detroit in 2013.
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Early Life
Veldman was born August 12, 1988, in Becker, Minnesota.
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High School
At Becker High School, Veldman was first-team all-state and earned all-metro honors. He helped Becker win a state championship as a junior and reach the Class 3A state final in 2006, when he caught 49 passes for 850 yards and 19 touchdowns.
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College Career
Veldman played tight end at North Dakota State from 2007 through 2011. His career bests included four receptions and 65 receiving yards against Youngstown State in 2009.
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Path to the NFL
Following the 2012 NFL draft, Veldman signed a free-agent contract with Jacksonville.
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NFL Career
Veldman appeared in one regular-season game for Detroit in 2013.
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Career Accomplishments
Veldman was part of Becker's state championship team as a junior and earned first-team all-state recognition in high school.
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Playing Style
Veldman was a 6-foot-7 tight end whose high-school receiving production included 19 touchdowns in his senior season.
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23849, 00-0029063, 1988-08-12, Matt Veldman, Matthew, Veldman
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