Matt Lombardo
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Matt Lombardo

Expertise:
NFL, Football
Education:
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Location:
Lansdale, Pennsylvania

Experience

Matt Lombardo covers the NFL for Heavy.com, with a focus on the Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers.

A seasoned sports reporter and multimedia host with over a decade of experience, he currently covers the NFL for FanBuzz, and previously served as FanSided's national NFL insider and host of "The Matt Lombardo Show" podcast, prior to joining Heavy in 2022.

Additionally, Lombardo is a frequent On-Air Contributor for FOX 29 Sports in Philadelphia.

As an eastern Pennsylvania native, Lombardo's roots are deeply tied to the Philadelphia pro sports scene. He covered the Eagles, Phillies, Flyers and Sixers for NJ Advance Media (NJ.com) on a daily basis from 2014 to 2020, as well as the New York Giants beats for two years.

Lombardo's on-air talent has also been featured from his experience as a sports talk radio host on Philadelphia's 97.5 The Fanatic, 97.3 ESPN FM radio, and 1520 WCHE AM.

Education

Matt Lombardo earned a bachelor's degree in communications (minor in journalism) from West Chester University of Pennsylvania, where he graduated in 2009.

Lombardo served as the sports editor of WCU's award-winning paper, The Quad, as well as the play-by-play voice of the men's basketball and football teams. He was also a sports talk radio host for the student-run radio station 91.7 WCUR.

Latest Articles From Matt Lombardo

  • Eagles’ Defense Bullies 49ers, Punches Super Bowl Ticket

    The Philadelphia Eagles' defense forced two fumbles, sacked 49ers quarterbacks three times, clinching the franchise's second Super Bowl berth in five years.

  • Travis Kelce Among Players Who Will Decide AFC, NFC Championship Games

  • Giants’ Daniel Jones in for Monster Pay Day, Source Predicts

  • ‘He’s Been a Dog’: Teammates Are All-in for Eagles’ Jalen Hurts

  • Jalen Hurts Rises to The Moment, Leads Eagles Past Giants into NFC Championship

  • ‘Not a Super Bowl Winning Quarterback Anymore,’ NFL Sources on Tom Brady’s Future

    Tom Brady's disappointing performance in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' NFC Wild Card loss to the Dallas Cowboys raise questions about his NFL future, and opinions are split among league scouts and executives.

  • ‘Everything Is on the Table:’ Former Packers VP & Aaron Rodgers Teammate Talk Future

  • Von Miller’s Prediction of Bills QB Josh Allen Comes True [WATCH]

  • ‘Impressive Performance’: Bills Headline Top 5 Takeaways From NFL Season Finale

  • Fast-Rising NFC Assistant Could Be ‘Ideal Fit’ as Broncos Head Coach

  • 5 Fun Neutral Site Options for 2023 AFC Championship Game

    The NFL will stage the 2023 AFC Championship Game at a neutral site if the Bengals or Bills play a team that played 17 games. Here are 5 potential options.

  • ‘Miracle’ Adam Taliaferro Sends Heartfelt Message to Bills’ Damar Hamlin

  • Daniel Jones’ Giant Breakout Catches NFL’s Attention in Week 17

  • ‘Getting a Steal:’ 4 Potential Destinations for Derek Carr in 2023

  • ‘Tough Job to Fill’: 3 Potential Head Coach Fits for the Broncos in 2023

  • 10 NFL Breakout Stars to Watch for in 2023

  • NFL Execs & Coaches Share Patrick Mahomes Opinions in MVP Race

  • Tom Brady Officially Passed the Baton in Buccaneers’ Latest Loss

  • Vikings, Kirk Cousins Deemed Playoff ‘Pretenders’ by NFL Exec

  • NFL Evaluators Reveal Potential Upside of Falcons QB Desmond Ridder

    Some executives within the NFL believe Atlanta Falcons rookie QB Desmond Ridder has a lofty ceiling, others aren't so certain.

  • O-Line Expert Sends Strong Message on Jason Kelce, Eagles: ‘It Isn’t Close’

  • NFL Exec, Ex-Teammate Weigh in on Baker Mayfield’s Potential ‘Last Chance’

  • Where Do the 49ers Go After Jimmy Garoppolo? NFL Coaches & Execs Weigh In

  • Eagles’ A.J. Brown Earns Comparison to Hall of Famer After Revenge Game

  • NFL Executive Singles Out Best Fits for Sean Payton in 2023

    Sean Payton is going to be the most sought-after NFL head coaching candidate this offseason, with one executive believing Payton could pick his next destination.

  • Odell Beckham Jr. Sweepstakes: 7 Predictions From NFL Execs, Scouts & Agents

  • Broncos Decision Makers ‘On Notice’ as NFL Execs Paint Ugly Picture of Future

  • Robert Saleh, Jets Have a Mess on Their Hands: ‘Definitely Been a Regression’

  • ‘For Real’ Cowboys Headline 10 Biggest NFL Takeaways From Week 11

  • Eagles Plan to Replace Injured TE Dallas Goedert Emerging

    Heavy Sports NFL insider Matt Lombardo answers questions heading into Week 11, including how the Eagles and Rams may replace Dallas Goedert and Cooper Kupp.