Matt Veldman (born August 12, 1988) is a former

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. He was signed by the

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as an

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in 2012. He played

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at North Dakota State. His younger brother Michael Veldman is the former quarterback for Gustavus Adolphus College.

Professional career

Jacksonville Jaguars

Veldman signed with the

following the

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as a rookie free agent. He spent the entire 2012 season on

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. On June 11, 2013, he was released to make room on the roster for QB Mike Kafka.

Detroit Lions

Veldman signed with the

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on June 17, 2013. He played in one career NFL game. He was released from the Lions on August 27, 2013. After spending time on the

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practice squad, Veldman re-signed with the Lions practice squad on December 19, 2013.

Washington Redskins

Veldman was signed by the

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on August 14, 2014. The Redskins waived Veldman on August 26, 2014.Redskins Trim Roster To Required 75 Players
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Jacksonville Jaguars bioNorth Dakota State Bison bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Veldman, Matt 1988 births Living people People from Becker, Minnesota Sportspeople from Sherburne County, Minnesota Players of American football from Minnesota North Dakota State Bison football players American football tight ends Jacksonville Jaguars players Tampa Bay Buccaneers players Detroit Lions players Washington Redskins players