Matthew Hatchette facts for kids
Hatchette interviewed in 2014
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| Position: | Wide receiver | ||||||
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| Born: | May 1, 1974 Jefferson, Ohio, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||||||
| Weight: | 200 lb (91 kg) | ||||||
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| High school: | Delphos Jefferson | ||||||
| College: | Mercyhurst Langston |
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| NFL Draft: | 1997 / Round: 7 / Pick: 235 | ||||||
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Matthew Isaac Hatchette (born May 1, 1974) is a former professional American football player. He played as a wide receiver for several teams in the NFL. These teams included the Minnesota Vikings, the New York Jets, and the Jacksonville Jaguars. He was chosen by a team in the 1997 NFL Draft.
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Matt Hatchette's Football Journey
Matthew Hatchette played football for six regular seasons. He was known for catching passes and scoring touchdowns. A wide receiver's main job is to catch passes from the quarterback. They try to run with the ball into the end zone to score points.
Early Career and NFL Draft
Matt Hatchette was born on May 1, 1974. He worked hard to become a professional football player. In 1997, he was picked by the Minnesota Vikings in the NFL Draft. This was a big step for his career.
Playing for the Vikings and Jets
From 1997 to 2000, Hatchette played for the Minnesota Vikings. He showed his skills as a wide receiver. In 2001, he joined the New York Jets. He continued to play well for the team.
Time with the Oakland Raiders
In 2002, Hatchette signed with the Oakland Raiders. However, he faced a challenge when he got a shoulder injury. This injury meant he was released from the team before the regular season began.
Success in NFL Europe
In 2003, Matt Hatchette played for the Amsterdam Admirals. This team was part of NFL Europe, a league that helped players develop their skills. He had a fantastic season there. He was even named to the All-NFL Europe Team. He set new records for the league in catches, yards gained, and touchdowns scored.
Return to the NFL with the Jaguars
After his great performance in Amsterdam, Hatchette returned to the NFL. He signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2003. He played in six games for the Jaguars. During this time, he caught 15 passes for 203 yards and scored two touchdowns. After the 2003 season, he was released by the Jaguars and decided to retire from professional football.
Career Statistics
Throughout his NFL career, Matt Hatchette caught a total of 60 passes. He gained 887 receiving yards and scored six touchdowns. On average, he gained 14.8 yards for each pass he caught. In playoff games, he caught six passes for 39 yards and scored two touchdowns.
