Josue Matías (born January 6, 1993) is a former gridiron football guard who last played for the Ottawa Redblacks. He played college football at Florida State. Upon signing with the Tennessee Titans in 2015, he became the first Dominican-born player in the NFL.
Early life Matías was born in the Dominican Republic and moved to Union City, New Jersey with his family when he was six. He attended Union City High School.Former Union City football standout Josue Matias pushing toward title aspirations at Florida State Matías was a four-star recruit by Rivals.com.Rivals.com He originally committed to Rutgers University to play college football but changed to Florida State University.Four-star OT Josue Matias of Union City commits to RutgersOT Josue Matias de-commits from Rutgers, opts for Florida State instead
College career After spending his true freshman season in 2011 as a backup, Matías started all 13 games as a sophomore in 2012. As a junior in 2013, he started all 14 games, including the 2014 BCS National Championship Game.After backing out of Rutgers, NJ lineman has shot at BCS title He returned as a starter his senior season in 2014.Meet the 2015 NFL Draft prospect: No. 70 overall Josue Matias of FSU
Professional career Tennessee Titans Matias signed with the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent following the 2015 NFL draft. He was waived on September 5, 2015, and was signed to the practice squad the next day, where he spent his entire rookie season.
On August 17, 2016, Matias was waived/injured by the Titans after suffering a torn patellar tendon and was placed on injured reserve.
On September 2, 2017, Matias was waived by the Titans.
Ottawa Redblacks Matias joined the Ottawa Redblacks in June 2018. He started his first game since the 2015 Rose Bowl in October 2018.
Matias announced his retirement from football on March 30, 2019.
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External links Florida State Seminoles bio