History of Matt Breida in Timeline

Share: FB Share X Share Reddit Share Reddit Share
Matt Breida

Matthew John Breida is a former American football running back who played seven seasons in the NFL. He went undrafted out of Georgia Southern in 2017 and signed with the San Francisco 49ers. Breida also played for the Miami Dolphins, Buffalo Bills, and New York Giants during his NFL career.

February 28, 1995: Matthew John Breida's birth

Matthew John Breida was born on February 28, 1995.

X (Twitter) Facebook

March 2, 1995: Adoption by the Breidas

On March 2, 1995, Matt Breida was adopted by Terri and Mike Breida. They later adopted a second child, Josh.

X (Twitter) Facebook

2009: Colin Kaepernick's Longest Run

In 2009, Colin Kaepernick had a 90-yard run.

X (Twitter) Facebook

2014: Beginning of Season

In 2014, Breida began the season as backup to Morris.

X (Twitter) Facebook

2014: Sun Belt Conference Leading Rusher

In 2014, as a sophomore at Georgia Southern, Breida rushed for a Sun Belt Conference-leading 1,485 yards and 17 touchdowns.

X (Twitter) Facebook

2015: Improved Rushing Stats

In 2015, as a junior, Breida improved his rushing stats to 1,609 yards and a conference-leading 17 touchdowns.

X (Twitter) Facebook

2016: Decline in Rushing Statistics

In 2016, as a senior, Breida's rushing statistics declined to 646 rushing yards and three touchdowns due to a change in offensive strategy.

X (Twitter) Facebook

May 4, 2017: Signed with the San Francisco 49ers

On May 4, 2017, Matt Breida signed with the San Francisco 49ers as an undrafted free agent.

X (Twitter) Facebook

September 10, 2017: NFL Debut

On September 10, 2017, Matt Breida made his NFL debut with four rushes for 11 yards in a loss to the Carolina Panthers.

X (Twitter) Facebook

2017: Signed with the 49ers

In 2017, Matt Breida signed with the San Francisco 49ers as an undrafted free agent.

X (Twitter) Facebook

2019: 2019 Season Performance

In 2019, Matt Breida finished the season with 123 carries for 623 yards and a touchdown, along with 19 receptions for 120 yards and a touchdown. The 49ers reached Super Bowl LIV but were defeated by the Chiefs 31-20.

X (Twitter) Facebook

March 17, 2020: 49ers Placed Tender on Breida

On March 17, 2020, the 49ers placed a second-round restricted free agent tender on Matt Breida.

X (Twitter) Facebook

April 25, 2020: Traded to the Miami Dolphins

On April 25, 2020, Matt Breida was traded to the Miami Dolphins for a fifth-round pick used to select Colton McKivitz.

X (Twitter) Facebook

2020: 2020 Season with the Dolphins

In 2020, Matt Breida finished the season with 59 carries for 254 yards and nine receptions for 96 yards in 12 games with the Miami Dolphins.

X (Twitter) Facebook

March 29, 2021: Signed with the Buffalo Bills

On March 29, 2021, Matt Breida signed a one-year contract with the Buffalo Bills.

X (Twitter) Facebook

2021: 2021 Season with the Bills

In 2021, Matt Breida finished the season with 26 carries for 125 yards and a touchdown for the Buffalo Bills.

X (Twitter) Facebook

March 21, 2022: Signed with the New York Giants

On March 21, 2022, Matt Breida signed a one-year contract with the New York Giants.

X (Twitter) Facebook

March 14, 2023: Re-signed with the New York Giants

On March 14, 2023, the Giants re-signed Matt Breida to a one-year contract.

X (Twitter) Facebook

August 5, 2024: Re-signed with the San Francisco 49ers

On August 5, 2024, Matt Breida re-signed with the San Francisco 49ers.

X (Twitter) Facebook

August 14, 2025: Announced Retirement from the NFL

On August 14, 2025, Matt Breida announced his intentions to retire from the NFL.

X (Twitter) Facebook
Home | Recently Updated | Most Popular | Birthdays

About Popular Timelines

Discover the past with PopularTimelines.com, your go-to platform for exploring the rich history of famous people, events, places, and more, all presented in an engaging timeline format. Whether you're a history buff or just curious about significant milestones, Popular Timelines provides a visually captivating way to learn and explore. Navigate through detailed timelines that cover everything from historical events to the lives of renowned individuals, offering a comprehensive view of the world's legacy. Stay informed and enlightened with accurate, well-researched content that brings history to life.

Follow Us