"Hennessy first made a name for himself at Temple University, where he was far more than just a body in the trenches. He was a three-year starter and eventually became the first Owl to ever be a finalist for the Rimington Trophy, awarded to the best center in college football. His technical prowess was so advanced that he earned an elite 92.9 overall grade from Pro Football Focus during his final collegiate season, allowing only a single sack over his entire career in Philadelphia."
"After a promising start, injuries derailed his career. He suffered a season-ending knee injury in training camp of 2023 and a back injury that limited him to just six games in 2024 before finally returning healthy last season. He played in all 17 games last year with the 49ers, where he didn't allow a single sack or commit a single penalty."
"Transitioning to the professional ranks, Hennessy was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the third round of the 2020 NFL Draft. He struggled his rookie season in a backup role behind Alex Mack, but it didn't take long for him to prove that he belonged, as he started all 17 games his second year in the league."
The Dallas Cowboys signed free agent Matt Hennessy to a one-year contract to fill the swing role previously held by Brock Hoffman. Hennessy brings veteran depth at center and guard positions, addressing the team's ongoing offensive line injury concerns. A three-year starter at Temple University, Hennessy was a Rimington Trophy finalist with a 92.9 PFF grade and allowed only one sack in college. Drafted by Atlanta in 2020, he started all 17 games in his second season with strong run-blocking metrics. After suffering knee and back injuries that limited his availability, Hennessy returned healthy with the 49ers last season, playing all 17 games without allowing a sack or committing penalties.
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