“Jake Matthews” can refer to two notable athletes:
Jake Matthews (American Football):
Born on February 11, 1992, in Missouri City, Texas, Jake Matthews is an American football offensive tackle for the Atlanta Falcons in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Texas A&M and was selected by the Falcons as the sixth overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft.
Known for his durability, Matthews has started all 179 regular-season games and five postseason games he has played, missing only one game due to a high-ankle sprain in his rookie season. Recently, on March 9, 2025, Matthews agreed to a two-year, $45 million contract extension with the Falcons, including $38 million guaranteed, extending his contract through the 2028 season.
Jake Matthews (Mixed Martial Artist):
Born on August 19, 1994, in Melbourne, Australia, Jake Matthews is a professional mixed martial artist competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s (UFC) Welterweight division.
He began his professional career in 2012 and has since built a record featuring multiple wins by knockout and submission. In his recent bout on February 9, 2025, at UFC 312, Matthews secured a unanimous decision victory over Francisco Prado.