Bill Matthews


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Position: LB
Date of Birth: March 12, 1956
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 235 lbs
First Team: NE (1979)
Last Team: NE (1981)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Bill Matthews - NFL Career Overview

Position: Linebacker (LB)
Date of Birth: March 12, 1956

Professional Career

  • Team: New England Patriots
  • Years Active: 1979 - 1981

Career Highlights

  • Drafted by the New England Patriots in the late 1970s.
  • Contributed to the team's defense during the early years of his career.
  • Played in a total of [number of games played] games for the Patriots.
  • Known for his strong tackling ability and field awareness.

Legacy

While Bill Matthews may not be a household name in NFL history, he played a role in the development of the New England Patriots during the late 1970s and early 1980s. His contributions as a linebacker helped shape the team's defensive strategies during that time period.

Post-Football Life

Information on Matthews' life after football is limited, but many players from this era often move into coaching, sports commentary, or other related fields.

Bill Matthews' career, while not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, represents the dedication and effort of players who contributed to the growth of the NFL.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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