Matthew Golden made history by becoming the first Green Bay Packers player to wear jersey number 0 in the NFL.
Entering his rookie season, Golden initially planned to wear No. 22 for the Packers. However, after Micah Parsons claimed No. 1, Golden hopped on the single-digit trend and boldly opted for No. 0.
In doing so, Golden broke new ground for the iconic franchise, as no player had ever sported the number 0 in Packers history. The NFL only allowed this digit on jerseys starting in the 2023 season, making Golden’s choice truly groundbreaking.
Golden’s original choice of 22 was a tribute to his grandmother’s favorite number, 2, and the last time a first-round receiver was drafted by the Packers in 2002. Yet, the allure of a single-digit jersey proved too strong for the rookie wide receiver.
Expressing his desire for a single-digit number, Golden explained his decision to switch from 22 to 0, marking a significant moment in Packers history and in his own budding career.
With this bold move, Golden not only made a personal statement but also etched his name in the annals of Green Bay Packers lore, setting a new precedent for future players in the historic franchise.