• Professional football quarterback Matt Schaub plays for the NFL's Houston Texans. Schaub injured his knee during a November 2, 2008, game, after he was hit by Jared Allen of the Minnesota Vikings. Allen was later fined $50,000 for the hit. Initially the injury was expected to sideline Schaub for the rest of the 2008 season.Houston Chronicle: Texans Feared Losing Schaub for Season Schnaub stated that he was ready to return for the November 29, 2008, game, but was listed as questionable to play.Houston Chronicle: Texans' Schaub Ahead of Schedule

    1. Full name: Matthew Rutledge Schaub
    2. Born: June 25, 1981
    3. Birthplace: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
    4. Height: 6'5"
    5. Weight: 237 lbs
    6. Position: Quarterback
    7. Jersey:
      1. 8
    8. College: University of Virginia
    9. NFL Draft 90th overall in 2004 (Atlanta Falcons)

  • NFL Career

    Matt Schaub played in six games during his rookie year with the Atlanta Falcons. During his three seasons with the team, Schaub saw playing time in 38 games in a backup role, throwing for a total of 1,033 yards with six touchdowns and six interceptions.

    In 2007, Schaub was traded to the Texans and replaced David Carr as the starting quarterback. In his first year with the team, Schaub started and played in 11 games. He threw for 2,241 yards with nine touchdowns and nine interceptions.NFL.com: Matt Schaub The Texans finished with a record of 6-10.