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Matthew Michael Hasselbeck was born on September 25, 1975, in Boulder, Colorado. He grew up in a sports-oriented family and attended Xaverian Brothers High School in Westwood, Massachusetts, where he played high school football alongside his brothers. Demonstrating talent and passion early on, Matt went on to attend Boston College. He played for the Boston College Eagles from 1994 to 1997, serving as the team's starting quarterback before his younger brother, Tim Hasselbeck, succeeded him in the role. Matt earned a degree in marketing and received honorable mention All-American recognition from USA Today during his senior year.
Matt Hasselbeck began his NFL career in 1998 when he was selected by the Green Bay Packers in the sixth round of the 1998 NFL Draft. Initially serving as a backup to Brett Favre, he gained valuable experience despite limited playing time. On March 2, 2001, he was traded to the Seattle Seahawks, where he flourished under head coach Mike Holmgren, who had previously worked with him in Green Bay.
Competing for playing time with Trent Dilfer early in his Seahawks tenure, Matt eventually secured the starting quarterback position. His performance improved markedly by the end of the 2002 season, leading to a strong start in 2003. During his decade with the Seahawks, Hasselbeck led the team to six playoff appearances and a trip to Super Bowl XL. He was named to three Pro Bowl teams and was selected as a second-team All-Pro in 2005. Hasselbeck was later named to the Seattle Seahawks 35th Anniversary Team in recognition of his contributions.
In 2011, Hasselbeck signed a three-year, $21 million contract with the Tennessee Titans, where he served as starting quarterback and later as a mentor to younger players. In 2013, he joined the Indianapolis Colts on a two-year, $7.25 million deal, serving primarily as a backup but stepping in for key starts. His estimated annual salary with the Colts was approximately $3 million. Matt officially retired from professional football on March 9, 2016, and joined ESPN as an NFL analyst, contributing to programs such as Sunday NFL Countdown.
Over his NFL career, Hasselbeck recorded 5,330 pass attempts and 3,222 completions, amassing 36,638 passing yards with a passer rating of 82.4 — solid statistics that reflected his reliability and leadership on the field.
Matt Hasselbeck comes from a football lineage. His father, Don Hasselbeck, played tight end in the NFL for teams including the New England Patriots. Don also played college football at the University of Colorado. Matt has two younger brothers, Tim and Nathanael. Tim Hasselbeck also played quarterback at Boston College and had a brief NFL career before becoming an ESPN analyst.
Matt married his college sweetheart, Sarah Egnaczyk, on June 17, 2000. Sarah, a former field hockey player for Boston College, has remained an active partner in Matt’s personal and professional life. The couple has three children: daughters Mallory and Annabelle, and a son, Henry. They maintain a strong, private family life with no public indications of marital issues.
Hasselbeck's successful NFL career and transition into broadcasting have earned him an estimated net worth of $18 million. Known for his leadership on and off the field, athleticism, and football IQ, Matt Hasselbeck remains a respected figure in the football community. Standing at 6 feet 4 inches, his commanding presence as a quarterback contributed to his lasting impact on the game.
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