Matt Gibbon: the new face of Muhlenberg football

Deciding to come to Muhlenberg three years ago was a pretty easy decision for Gibbon. In fact, he knew as soon as he walked onto campus. “I just felt very comfortable on campus.” he said, “and I enjoyed how the students and professors were easily able to interact with one another, which I though would make academic life a lot easier for me.” The sophomore is still undeclared but is leaning towards becoming a finance major.

The Mules have continued to magnify their strong record by beating Dickinson College 72-7 this past Saturday making there current record 7-1. “Although we had one tough loss, we are still putting together a fantastic season and have a chance to make the playoffs,” said Gibbon. Muhlenberg is in a strong position to possibly receive an at-large bid for the NCAA playoffs.

Gibbon spoke about all the amazing accomplishments his teammates have fulfilled during this season. “It has been awesome to watch many guys smash records over the course of this season,” he said. “Nick Palladino broke a conference record this past week for total offensive yards, Nick Savant has broken multiple school records and by the end of the season, Ryan Delaney and Nick Lamb will hold the school record for most receptions in a career.”

The sophomore quarterback also accomplished a personal goal this past Saturday after completing his first career touchdown against Dickinson. Gibbon scored the last touchdown for the Mules on a five-yard run to get the six points. “It was an awesome feeling, one that I definitely will always remember,” said Gibbon.

After playing two seasons behind senior quarterback Palladino, Gibbon discussed how he felt about stepping into his shoes once he graduates. “Nick is an unbelievable player and is the best quarterback in Muhlenberg, and probably the conference’s, history,” he said. “It has been an awesome experience being able to learn from him and, as a result, growing as a player. There are a ton of talented guys on this team and I just want to work as hard as I can to have an opportunity to succeed like him next year.” Muhlenberg football will be left in good hands, as the torch will be passed from Palladino to Gibbon in what will prove to be an exciting next two years.

Quarterback Matt Gibbon ‘19 is the second string quarter back for the Muhlenberg Mules. Gibbon received his first varsity start this season against Gettysburg College on Sept. 12. “Taking my first varsity snap versus Gettysburg was my most rewarding experience because it was a moment that I have been working towards for a long time,” said Gibbon. For the time Gibbon was in the game, he made an impressive eight completions out of nine attempts for 56 total yards of offense. Not a bad way to start your varsity career.

Beginning football at the early age of seven brought him to where he is today. As a kid, he loved watching football with his dad, and when he was old enough to decide whether or no he wanted to play football, he finally gave it a shot.