2006 -- He appeared in all 13 games, including two (Washington and Arizona) on defense ... Excelled on kick coverage, specializing on big hits on kick returners to help minimize kick return yardage ... On the year, he made nine tackles, including six solos.

2005 -- A reserve wide receiver, he missed the first three games due to a stress reaction in his left leg ... When he returned, it was hard to work his way into the receiver rotation ... Saw action in two games (15 snaps against Oregon State and nine at Stanford) but did not make a reception.

2004 -- Saw limited action as a second-year freshman ... Appeared in games against Illinois, Arizona and Stanford.

2003 -- Did not see action in his first season in the program and has one season of eligibility remaining ... Was handicapped the first few weeks of practice with `turf toe` and by the time he was healthy, it was decided he should redshirt.

HIGH SCHOOL -- Lettered in football for two seasons for coach Larry Toner at Servite HS in Anaheim, CA ... All-West selection by Prep Star ... Three-star selection by rivals.com ... Rated No. 75 prospect in the West by rivals.com ... Ranked No. 56 nationally among receivers by rivals.com ... Two-time All-Serra League selection ... As a senior, he made 39 receptions for 707 yards and five touchdowns ... Standout performer in track for coach Richard Gibbs, he finished second (tied) at the CIF State meet in the 100m (10.67) and fourth in the 200m (21.39) ... His 4 x 100m relay team was CIF champion ... Selected 2003 Orange County Register Boys Track and Field Athlete of the Year as a senior ... As a junior, he made 23 catches for 333 yards and two touchdowns ... Won the CIF Division III 100 and 200 meters ... Owns Servite school records in the 100 (10.62) and 200 meters (21.39).

PERSONAL -- Full Name: Matthew Wilson Slater ... Born: September 9, 1985 ... Parents: Jackie and Annie Slater ... Father is a former Los Angeles Ram and NFL Hall of Fame offensive lineman ... Has one brother, David ... Lists his biggest athletic thrill to date as turning a disappointing senior track season around with a second place finish in the State 100 meter event ... NFL receiver Isaac Bruce is the athlete he admires most and after whom he patterns his style of play ... Enjoys participating in Children Ministries with his Church in his spare time ... Director's Honor Roll in Spring 2004, Spring 2005 and Winter 2007 ... Political Science major.