Matt Hasselbeck is a former American football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 18 seasons. He was born on September 25, 1975, in Boulder, Colorado, and grew up in Massachusetts. Hasselbeck played college football at Boston College, where he was the starting quarterback for three seasons.
Hasselbeck was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the sixth round of the 1998 NFL Draft. He spent his first two seasons in Green Bay as a backup to Brett Favre, but he did see some playing time in relief of Favre. In 2001, Hasselbeck was traded to the Seattle Seahawks, where he became the starting quarterback.
Hasselbeck had a successful career with the Seahawks, leading the team to six playoff appearances and one Super Bowl appearance. He was named to three Pro Bowls during his time in Seattle and was also named to the All-Pro team in 2005. Hasselbeck set numerous franchise records during his tenure with the Seahawks, including most career passing yards and most career touchdown passes.
After leaving the Seahawks in 2010, Hasselbeck played for several other teams, including the Tennessee Titans and the Indianapolis Colts. He served as a backup quarterback for most of his later years in the NFL, but he did start several games for the Titans and Colts.
Hasselbeck retired from the NFL in 2016 and has since worked as a football analyst for ESPN. He is also involved in various charitable organizations, including the Matthew Hasselbeck Foundation, which supports children with cancer and their families.
Throughout his career, Hasselbeck was known for his intelligence and leadership on the field. He was a skilled passer and had a strong work ethic, which helped him to succeed in the NFL for nearly two decades. Hasselbeck was also respected by his teammates and coaches for his professionalism and dedication to the game.
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