Matthew Golden turns 23 as second NFL season nears

The 2025 first-round pick had 361 receiving yards.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 11 min read

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What happened: The birthday greeting carried Invisalign’s #SmileLikeAPro sponsorship tag. Golden was the No. 23 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Why it matters: He enters Year 2 after appearing in 14 regular-season games. His rookie production left room for a larger receiving role in 2026.

By the numbers: Golden caught 29 passes for 361 yards, averaging 12.4 yards per reception, and added 49 yards on 10 carries in 2025.

What to watch: Training camp and preseason work will show how his role develops before the 2026 opener.

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