Walter Matthews is a massive, physical USC tight end with upside as a blocker
In the 2025 season, Walter Matthews played in 11 games for USC, mainly on special teams, after not seeing game action as a true freshman in 2024; he enters 2026 as a redshirt sophomore competing for more tight end snaps. Matthews stands out for size and trenchy blocking pop at 6-foot-6 and 305 pounds, making him a serious fit for teams that want a true in-line TE who can bully defenders and help the run game. He’s less of a proven receiving threat right now, but the frame, physicality, and developmental trajectory are exactly the kind of tools coaches love to bet on.
