Green Bay Packers fans have a new jersey to add to their collections. Just one day after being selected with the 23rd overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, wide receiver Matthew Golden now officially has a jersey number. The Packers’ newest weapon on offense will be wearing No. 81.
In the immediate aftermath of Golden’s selection, there was plenty of chatter across social media about which number he might end up sporting. Some fans hoped Golden would be assigned No. 1, a number that holds a special, almost sacred, place within the Packers organization. Though not officially retired, No. 1 is rarely issued out of respect for its historical significance. Others speculated that Golden might stick with his college number, No. 2. However, that number is already taken on the Packers roster by quarterback Malik Willis, making it an unlikely option from the start.
Of course, in true internet fashion, there were plenty of jokes tossed around as well. Some fans playfully suggested Golden should be given No. 12 — a number that was, of course, famously worn by legendary quarterback Aaron Rodgers. While the thought sparked some laughs, it was never a serious possibility.
Ultimately, the decision has been made, and Golden will don the No. 81 jersey as he begins his NFL career in Green Bay. No. 81 has a history of its own in the NFL, traditionally worn by talented wide receivers and tight ends over the years, giving Golden a chance to build his own legacy while honoring the tradition that comes with the number.
Golden’s arrival brings plenty of excitement for the Packers’ fanbase. Known for his dynamic playmaking ability at the college level, he’s expected to provide an immediate boost to Green Bay’s offense. With his combination of speed, route-running skills, and reliable hands, Golden could quickly become a favorite target in the Packers’ passing game.
Fans eager to support Golden won’t have to wait long to get their hands on his new jersey. The Green Bay Packers Pro Shop is now offering Matthew Golden No. 81 jerseys for purchase, and given the buzz surrounding the team’s newest first-round pick, they’re sure to be a popular item.
The Packers’ decision to draft Golden with the 23rd pick underlines their commitment to building a potent and youthful offense for the future. As the team continues to develop its next core group of stars, Golden will have a golden opportunity (pun intended) to make an immediate impact and establish himself as a key contributor.
Now that his number has been revealed, all that’s left is for Golden to get to work on the field and start making plays in the green and gold. Packers fans will be watching closely — and many of them will be proudly wearing No. 81 on Sundays this fall.
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