Steelers Head Coach Praises Packers Rookie Matthew Golden After Heated Postgame Reactions in Green Bay
October 29, 2025 – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The Green Bay Packers’ 35–25 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday night was meant to highlight quarterback Jordan Love’s growing command of the offense and the team’s statement win on national television. Yet, another storyline quietly captured attention — the performance and emotions of rookie wide receiver Matthew Golden. The first-round pick recorded just three receptions for four yards, continuing a quiet start to his career. Through seven games, Golden has 21 catches for 253 yards, still awaiting his first touchdown in the NFL.
Inside the Packers’ locker room, tensions appeared to rise. Sources described the mood as “tense but controlled,” noting that Golden left Lambeau Field without speaking to the media and later deactivated his Instagram account — a move fans interpreted as frustration. Quarterback Jordan Love and head coach Matt LaFleur have both backed their young receiver publicly, but behind the scenes, frustration has reportedly simmered over his limited opportunities in an offense stacked with talent.
Then came an unexpected voice of support — from the opposing sideline. Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, when asked about Green Bay’s rookie, stopped mid-question and delivered a passionate endorsement that caught the media by surprise.
“YOU CAN SEE IT ON THE FIELD. THE KID’S GOT THE FULL PACKAGE. HIS SPEED, HANDS, AND ABILITY TO READ THE DEFENSE — HE’S GOING TO BE A PROBLEM FOR A LONG TIME. WE KNEW WE HAD TO KEEP AN EYE ON HIM, BUT YOU CAN ONLY DO SO MUCH AGAINST SOMEONE WHO PLAYS WITH THAT MUCH CONFIDENCE.”
Tomlin’s words spread quickly across social media, earning praise from both Steelers and Packers fans. Many saw it as a moment of pure sportsmanship — one veteran coach recognizing the raw talent of a rookie still finding his rhythm. “That’s the kind of respect you can’t fake,” one fan posted. “If Mike Tomlin says you’re the real deal, you probably are.”
Asked later, half-jokingly, whether he’d consider adding Golden to his roster someday, Tomlin cracked a grin and replied,
“Let’s just say if Green Bay ever makes him available, I’ll be the first to call.”
For a rookie searching for confidence, few compliments could mean more. And coming from one of the most respected coaches in the NFL, Tomlin’s praise may be the spark Matthew Golden needs to turn promise into production.
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