MATTHEW
SLATER
WR
Ht/Wt
6’0’’,
205 lbs
Experience
16
years
Debut
Sep 7, 2008
Born
Sep 9, 1985
(39 yrs)
Orange, California
Hometown
Anaheim, California
Drafted
Drafted by New England in 2008 (5/153).
College
UCLA
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2024-02-20 |
Announced his retirement.
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| 2023-02-17 |
Signed by the New England Patriots to a one-year contract extension.
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| 2022-03-16 |
Re-signed as an unrestricted free agent by the New England Patriots to a one-year contract.
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| 2022-03-16 |
Declared free agent.
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| 2020-03-14 |
Signed by the New England Patriots to a two-year contract extension.
|
Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NFL | Super Bowl Super Bowl | 2018 (LIII - New England), 2016 (LI - New England), 2014 (XLIX - New England) |
| NFL | Named to play in Pro Bowl Named to play in Pro Bowl | 2021, 2020, 2019, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014 (did not play - Super Bowl participant), 2013, 2012, 2011 (did not play - Super Bowl participant) |
Scouting Report
A multi-purpose athlete, he brought value to a football team in several areas. Found a real niche as an elusive kick returner early on in his NFL career. Could also line up at wide receiver as a depth option, and even played a little safety at times. However, he was mostly a terrific special teams player, captain and leader on and off the football field. Was somewhat limited as a wide receiver, so he rarely played when the offense was on the field.
Long Range Potential: Energetic special teams captain, leader and depth wide receiver.
