Matt Lehman's path to becoming a contributor for the Nittany Lions is far from the typical route the vast majority of college football players take. Lehman began his college career as a student at Shippensburg University in 2009-10. He then attended Penn State Harrisburg during the 2010 fall semester before enrolling at the University Park campus in January 2011. Lehman tried out and earned a spot on the Penn State roster that spring and, after a strong spring practice, will enter preseason practice No. 3 on the depth chart at the "Y" tight end position. In the 2012 Blue-White game, Lehman made two catches, including an 18-yard touchdown grab from Paul Jones. Lehman also has the distinction of being the squad's only married player. Lehman garnered Dean's List recognition during the spring semester and brought a 3.16 cumulative grade-point average into the summer. He is a potential Academic All-Big Ten candidate.
2011 Sophomore Season
Lehman enrolled at the University Park campus in January and joined the squad in the spring. He did not see any game action.
High School
Lehman played for Coach Robert Folk at Newport High School. During his senior year, he caught 42 passes for 716 yards and five touchdowns. He also had 87 tackles, an interception, a fumble recovery and a blocked field goal. During his junior year, Lehman caught 25 passes for 385 yards and two touchdowns. He also was a member of the basketball team, where he averaged 20.7 ppg.
Personal
Full name is Matthew Caleb Lehman. He is married to Krista. He is the son of Mark and Robin Lehman and has a brother, Luke. Lehman enjoys spending time with family and friends and playing video games. He is a kinesiology major and is interested in becoming a physical education teacher or a coach. Born January 17, 1991 in Towanda, Pa.
