Matt Light

Professional football offensive tackle Matt Light plays for the New England Patriots in the National Football League.

Light separated his shoulder during a December 14, 2008, win over the Oakland Raiders. Although the exact nature of the injury has not been announced, it is reportedly mild enough that Light should not miss any playing time.BostonHerald.com: Source: Matt Light Separates Shoulder

Light was involved in an on-field scuffle with Channing Crowder of the Miami Dolphins during a November 23, 2008, game.BostonHerald.com: Patriots tackle Matt Light fight a dark point Light and Crowder were each fined $15,000 for their involvement in the incident.ESPN.com: New England Patriots' Matt Light... Fined $15,000 for Fight

Prior to joining the NFL, Light played college football with the Purdue Boilermakers in the NCAA. After redshirting as a freshman in 1996, Light earned a starting spot with the team in 1998, playing with ProBowl quarterback Drew Brees. As a senior in 2000, he was named an All-American and All-Big Ten.Official Site of the New England Patriots: Matt Light

After college, Light was drafted 48th overall in the 2001 NFL draft by the New England Patriots. He made his professional debut that same year, earning a starting spot for 12 regular season and three playoff games. Light went on to win the Super Bowl with the Patriots in 2002, 2004 and 2005. Backing up quarterback Tom Brady, Light helped the quarterback stay safe from 26 pass attempts in 2007 and was selected to play in his first Pro Bowl that year.Official Site of the New England Patriots: Matt Light

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  • ESPN.com: Career Stats
  • Height: 6'4"
  • Weight: 305
  • Rookie Year: 2001