Matthew Sean Wells (born November 26, 1990) is an American former professional gridiron football, football linebacker. He was selected by the New England Patriots with the 178th pick of the 2015 NFL draft. He played college football at Mississippi State Bulldogs football, Mississippi State, where he started 33 games.

Professional career

New England Patriots

Wells was selected in the sixth round of the 2015 NFL draft by the New England Patriots.

Chicago Bears

On August 10, 2015, the Patriots traded Wells to the Chicago Bears for Ryan Groy. On September 5, 2015, he was released by the Bears.

St. Louis / Los Angeles Rams

On November 10, 2015, the St. Louis Rams signed Wells to their practice squad. On December 1, 2015, he was released from practice squad. On June 24, 2016, Wells was released by the Rams.

Atlanta Falcons

Wells was signed by the Atlanta Falcons. On September 3, 2016, he was waived by the Falcons due to final roster cuts.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats

Wells signed with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League on October 10, 2016.

Birmingham Iron

In 2018, Wells signed with the Birmingham Iron of the Alliance of American Football for the 2019 season. He was waived on April 1, 2019.

References

External links

Mississippi State Bulldogs bio
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