Matt Hilden

Following a strong spring season will compete for reps in the O-line rotation as a sophomore. Played in four games as a freshman, primarily on special teams. Utilized his redshirt season and did not see action NBL All-Oak League Co-Offensive Linemen of the Year… Named second-team All-Metro OL by the San Francisco Chronicle… Helped lead Cardinal Newman to an NCS D-III runner-up season with and 11-2 record – the third-straight title game appearance for the Cardinals… Named the Cardinal Newman Athlete of the Month for November in 2023… Was a member of an O-line nicknamed the "Pancake Platoon" that helped Cardinal Newman rush for 3,014 yards and 44 rushing TDs in in 2023, averaging 231 yards per game on the ground… A two-way player, played on the defensive line and at quarterback as a junior… Totaled 17 tackles (11 solo) and 3 TFLs in 22 career games on the D-line… As a junior at QB went 135 for 258 passing for 1,631 yards and 21 touchdowns with 8 INTs... Also ran 50 times for 29 yards… Also received interest from San Jose State and Sacramento State.