Green Bay Packers rookie wide receiver Matthew Golden just keeps on turning heads in the offseason. On Monday, Golden grabbed attention again after making a sensational grab for a touchdown off a pass from quarterback Malik Willis. Matched up against defensive back Keisean Nixon, the former Texas Longhorns star wideout secured a deep throw from Willis and took the ball to the house for a 46-yard touchdown.
Nixon couldn’t help but joke about Golden while praising the first-year downfield weapon.
“He sometimes acts like he’s a vet but I try to remind him that he’s a rookie,” Nixon said (h/t Mike Spofford of the Packers’ official website). “Other than that, M.G., helluva player. You can tell why he went first round. Strong at the catch point, strong hands, strong upper body. I think he’ll have a really good year.”
Green Bay Packers fans react to Golden’s touchdown score in practice
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden (22) puts on his helmet, preparing to run through a drill during the second day of training camp on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Ray Nitschke Field in Ashwaubenon, Wis.
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden (22) puts on his helmet, preparing to run through a drill during the second day of training camp on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Ray Nitschke Field in Ashwaubenon, Wis.
The Packers shared a slo-mo video of that connection between Willias and Golden, leaving fans with all sorts of excited reactions to it.
“malik is the guy 🤷♂️ no one wants to admit it,” said a fan on X.
Another one said: “Malik for starting QB”
From a commenter: “IVE SEEN ENOUGH MALIK WILLIS 4X MVP”
“Finally🔥🔥 we might have a 1000+ yard receiver,” a social media user posted.
Via a different commenter: “@eamaddennfl He ran 4.2 how tf is he a 91 speed on madden boost his speed.”
Said another: “Hey 2 throwing it to 22 might be the answer.”
Willis and Golden could have more magic in store for the Packers, as there’s a chance they could see action this coming Saturday’s NFL preseason finale against the Seattle Seahawks at home.
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden (22)
Aug 16, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden (22) catches a pass during warmups prior to the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images
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