Matthew Bergeron didn’t have to wait long Friday night to hear his name in the second round of the NFL Draft. Quebec is now a member of the Atlanta Falcons.
The 23-year-old offensive lineman was surrounded by loved ones in a room at the Victoriaville Golf Club when he got the call he had been waiting for. Talk to the team owner, general manager, head coach, and offensive line coach. “I kept repeating ‘thank you’, I didn’t listen much, I was so happy,” he told the media after his selection.
The Hawks cut deals to secure Bergeron’s services. At first glance they carried the 44H to choose. They traded that pick and a fourth-round pick with the Indianapolis Colts, however, to draft the offensive lineman at 38H Seventh place in the second round. When I saw Atlanta [négocier] To come forward, I was really happy.”
Guests chanted his first name in the heart after the official announcement of his selection on NFL Network.
In recent weeks, Bergeron has visited the leaders of seven NFL organizations across the United States, as well as participating in nearly fifteen interviews across the platform. Zoom in.
According to observers, Quebec was expected to be selected in the third round. So the Falcons had to appreciate the pre-Syracuse Orange’s qualities to select him very early on.
“We’ve had great meetings throughout my post-season career. I’ve been in touch with them during the Senior Bowl, at NFL evaluation camp, they took the time to meet me, come to my show day, we had dinner, I chatted with the offensive line coach and we had a great time.” »
I knew Atlanta was a possibility.
Matthew Bergeron
In the American college ranks, the 6-foot-5-inch, 318-pound giant has stood out above all thanks to his versatility, because he can also play as a blocker. He can play at the end of the offensive line or more in the middle. Bergeron particularly excels in the ground match. Old-time MVP and first-round pick of the Falcons the day before, Bijan Robinson will no doubt be pleased with the addition of Quebec. He thinks he can “bring the physical aspect. I’m moving really well, they’re running a lot,” he said.
Great day for Quebec
Bergeron also made history by being the second-best selected player in Quebec, after Chimanga Biakabutuka, who was selected eighth overall in 1996.
“If you had told me last year I would be number 38H Choice, I would have laughed in your face! I’ve accomplished something big, and I’m proud of myself. »
My goal is to inspire young people in Quebec.
Matthew Bergeron
Apparently, his mother and his three brothers and sisters were present at this unique evening.
This tight-knit family would travel extensively over the next few years. However, it will have to settle for a minor flaw: “Maybe the Corolla will take the edge, Bergeron said. It may be necessary to buy a pickup truck. In 20 hours on the road in the Corolla, I think we’ll have to make a small change.”
Bergeron is scheduled to report to the Falcons’ rookie camp in early May.
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