Clay Matthews will wear visor to protect surgically repaired nose

Clay Matthews’ face mask is expected to have an addition for the upcoming season.

Last month, the Green Bay Packers linebacker took a line drive to the face while participating in a charity softball game.

Packers LB Clay Matthews takes a liner off the face pitching in the charity softball game at Fox Cities Stadium. Immediately left the field. Hope he's ok @WBAY pic.twitter.com/29aTvXkIc5

— Dave Schroeder (@SchroederWBAY) June 2, 2018

Matthews was taken to the hospital and diagnosed with a broken nose. He underwent successful surgery to repair the fracture. However, to offer additional protection, Matthews’ helmet will be fitted with a visor.

#Packers OLB Clay Matthews says he expects to wear a visor with his facemask throughout the season to protect his surgically repaired nose. He said nose feels good, but they'll protect it next several months following rhinoplasty.

— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) July 26, 2018

In 14 games last season, Matthews recorded 7.5 and forced one fumble. He is entering his 10th season with the Packers and the final year of his contract.