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Matthew Bergeron

Matthew Bergeron is a Canadian professional American football guard for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL).

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 10, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Matthew Bergeron is a Canadian professional American football guard for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL). Born in Quebec, he played college football at Syracuse University before being selected by Atlanta in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Early life and background

Bergeron was born in Montreal, Quebec, and grew up in Quebec before moving to the United States to pursue college football. Sources describe him as a Canadian player from Victoriaville/Montreal, reflecting slight inconsistencies in public bios.

College career

Bergeron played four seasons at Syracuse University. He developed into a two-time All-ACC selection and finished his college career with 39 starts at offensive tackle.

Professional career

The Atlanta Falcons selected Bergeron in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft. He entered the NFL as an offensive lineman and has been listed primarily as a guard by the Falcons.

Player profile

Bergeron is known for his size and run-blocking ability. Public player listings commonly give his height as 6-foot-5 and his weight in the 315-323 pound range.

Key facts

  • Matthew Bergeron is a Canadian professional football guard for the Atlanta Falcons.
  • He played college football at Syracuse University, earning two All-ACC selections and 39 starts at offensive tackle.
  • He was drafted by Atlanta in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 38th overall.
  • Bergeron transitioned from offensive tackle in college to guard in the NFL.
  • He was born in Montreal, Quebec, and represents Canada in the NFL.
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Canadian context

Bergeron is a Canadian-born NFL player from Quebec, making him relevant to Canadian football fans and to Canadian participation in the NFL.

Frequently asked questions

What position does Matthew Bergeron play?
He plays guard in the NFL, after playing offensive tackle at Syracuse.
Which NFL team does Matthew Bergeron play for?
He plays for the Atlanta Falcons.
When was Matthew Bergeron drafted?
He was drafted in 2023 by the Falcons, 38th overall in the second round.
Where is Matthew Bergeron from?
He is from Quebec, Canada; sources variously identify Montreal or Victoriaville as his hometown or birthplace.
What college did Matthew Bergeron attend?
He attended Syracuse University.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Bergeron
    Supports: Full name, Canadian origin, college, NFL team, position
  2. Atlanta Falcons — https://www.atlantafalcons.com/team/players-roster/matthew-bergeron/
    Supports: Team roster listing, position, height, weight, college
  3. Syracuse University Athletics — https://cuse.com/sports/football/roster/matthew-bergeron/21381
    Supports: College career, starts, All-ACC honours, draft declaration
  4. NFL — https://www.nfl.com/players/matthew-bergeron/
    Supports: Player profile, height, weight, hometown, college
  5. Pro Football Reference — https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/B/BergMa00.htm
    Supports: Birthdate, birthplace, size, career games
  6. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/bio/_/id/4568510/matthew-bergeron
    Supports: Team, position, draft information, college, status