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Rookie Matthew Golden Shows Big-Play Burst With 39-Yard Catch in Packers’ Preseason Finale

Coach Matt LaFleur describes the Love–Golden connection as strong with a long way to go.

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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden (22) catches a pass against the defense of Seattle Seahawks cornerback Nehemiah Pritchett (28) on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers defeated the Seahawks 20-7. Wm. Glasheen USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
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Overview

  • Golden, the No. 23 pick, laid out for a diving, bobbling 39-yard reception against the Seahawks on a throw from backup Malik Willis.
  • The play followed a relatively quiet first two preseason games and highlighted the rookie’s vertical threat in limited action.
  • LaFleur said the rapport between Jordan Love and Golden is developing, calling it strong while emphasizing continued growth for the rookie.
  • NFL.com senior editor Dan Parr projected a best-case rookie line near 1,000 yards for Golden, listing 67 catches for 973 yards and six touchdowns in a speculative forecast.
  • Green Bay’s receiver group is deep without a clear No. 1, and injuries to Jayden Reed (walking boot) and Christian Watson (PUP) could open early opportunities as Love’s minor issue is not expected to limit him.