Matthew Gulbin (born October 27, 2002) is an American professional football center for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). Gulbin played college football for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons and Michigan State Spartans and was selected by the Commanders in the sixth round of the 2026 NFL draft.
Early life Gulbin was born on October 27, 2002, and grew up in Fairfield County, Connecticut. He attended Wilton High School located in Wilton, Connecticut. Coming out of high school, he was rated as a three-star recruit, where he committed to play college football for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, after earning all-State honors.
College career Wake Forest During his time as a Demon Deacon from 2021 through 2024, Gulbin appeared in 41 games with 23 starts primarily at offensive guard, where for his performance in 2024 he earned honorable mention all-ACC honors. After the conclusion of the 2024 season, he decided to enter his name into the NCAA transfer portal.
Michigan State Gulbin transferred to play for the Michigan State Spartans. Heading into the season, he was named the team's starting center, while also being named to the Rimington Award Watch List. Gulbin was also named one of the Spartans team captains. He started the first 11 games at center in his lone season at Michigan State, missing the final game due to injury, and was named Honorable Mention All-Big Ten. In his five-year college career, Gulbin played in 52 games, starting 22 games at guard and 12 at center.https://www.nfl.com/prospects/matt-gulbin/32004755-4c10-3822-5bc7-d80cb80ecd18
Professional career
Gulbin was selected by the Washington Commanders in the sixth round with the 209th overall pick of the 2026 NFL draft, signing his four-year rookie contract on May 8, 2026.
References
External links Washington Commanders profile Michigan State Spartans profile Wake Forest Demon Deacons profile