Jacob Thomas Matthews is an American football offensive tackle for the Atlanta Falcons as of the 2024 NFL season. The Falcons selected him with the 6th overall pick in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft, and he has played exclusively for the team since. As of Week 1 of the 2024 season, he has started in all 163 played games. Notably, he was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2018.
Matthews played football for the Texas A&M Aggies, representing Texas A&M University at the collegiate level from 2010 to 2013. During his time there, he was named a unanimous All-American and won the prestigious Jacobs Blocking Trophy in 2013. Additionally, he earned the First-team All-American honors in 2012. Originally from Missouri City, Texas, Matthews attended Elkins High School, where he played as an offensive lineman. Upon graduation, he was rated as a four-star recruit by Rivals.com.
What is Jake Matthews’ 40 Time?
According to the NFL Combine results, Matthews completed the 40-yard dash in 5.07 seconds and the 20-yard shuttle in 4.47 seconds at the 2014 NFL Combine.
He also participated in several other on-field drills, recording a vertical leap of 30.5 inches, a broad jump of 8 feet 9 inches, and 24 reps on the bench press.
| Test Type | Test Result |
| 20-Yard Shuttle | 4.47 seconds |
| Vertical Jump | 30.5 inches |
Jake Matthews’ Physical Attributes
| Age | 32 years (as of September 2024) |
| Weight | 309 lb (140 kg) |
| Height | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
Jake Matthews’ Height
According to the Atlanta Falcons' official website, Matthews’ recorded height is 6 feet 5 inches or 1.96 meters.
Jake Matthews’ Weight
Matthews weighs approximately 309 pounds or 140 kg.
Jake Matthews’ Age
As of September 2024, Matthews is 32 years old. He was born on February 11, 1992.
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