Backup quarterback Matt Schaub, Falcons agree on two-year extension
Field Level Media
Quarterback Matt Schaub is sticking around as Matt Ryan’s backup after agreeing to a two-year extension with the Atlanta Falcons, the team announced on Saturday.
Schaub has been Ryan’s backup for the last three seasons, a position that has required very little in-game action for the 37-year-old.
He’s appeared in a grand total of seven games and completed six of his 10 pass attempts.
“Matt has a great understanding of our scheme and brings valuable experience to the position,” head coach Dan Quinn said in a statement announcing the deal.
Schaub actually began his career in Atlanta as a third-round pick in 2004. He was traded to the Texans in 2007, where he started 88 of 90 games over seven seasons and compiled a 46-42 record.
For his career, Schaub has completed 63.9 percent of his passes for 24,887 yards and 133 touchdowns against 90 interceptions.
–Field Level Media
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