Matthew Charles Light is a former American football offensive tackle for the New England Patriots of the National Football League . He was drafted by the Patriots in the second round of the 2001 NFL Draft. He played college football at Purdue. Light was born in Greenville, Ohio. He attended Greenville High School, where he played football as a three-year two-way starter. On defense, he played linebacker and was a second-team Division II all-state selection at the position, and as a senior earned all-county, all-conference, and all-district honors after making 69 tackles and forcing two... fumbles. On offense, he played guard as a sophomore, tackle as a junior, and tight end as a senior, when he caught four passes for 75 yards and a touchdown. He also competed in the shot put in track and field, and was a district champion as well as an all-county and all-conference selection. Following high school, Light attended Purdue University, beginning his career as a true freshman tight end in 1996, appearing in seven games as a reserve and making one reception for 16 yards. He redshirted the 1997 season after undergoing left shoulder surgery in the spring.
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| Birthdate: | June 23, 1978 |
| Birthplace: | Greenville, Ohio |
| Age: | 33 |
| Height: | 6' 4" |
| Weight: | 305 lbs. |
| All Positions Played: | Tackle |
| Education: | Purdue University |
| Also known as: | Matthew Charles Light |