Matt Cassel

Matt Cassel

Matthew Gus Brennan "Matt" Cassel is a quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League. He was drafted by the New England Patriots in the seventh round of the 2005 NFL Draft. He played his college football at the University of Southern California. He became the Patriots' starting quarterback after Week 1 of the 2008 season after then reigning NFL MVP Tom Brady suffered a season-ending knee injury. According to ESPN research, he is the only known quarterback in NFL history to start an NFL game at quarterback without ever starting at quarterback in college. In February...
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quick facts
Birthdate:May 17, 1982
Birthplace:Northridge, California
Age:30
Height:6' 4"
Weight:230 lbs.
All Positions Played:Quarterback
Education:University of Southern California
Also known as:Matthew Brennan Cassel, Matt, Matthew Gus Brennan Cassel

Current football team for Matt Cassel

Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas City Chiefs
Venue:Arrowhead Stadium
Owned by:Clark Hunt
Current Coach:Romeo Crennel

The Kansas City Chiefs are a professional American football team based in Kansas City, Missouri. They are a member of the Western Division of the American Football Conference in the National Football League . Originally named the Dallas Texans, the club was founded by Lamar Hunt in 1960 as a...
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Former football teams for Matt Cassel

New England Patriots
New England Patriots
Quarterback
Tenure:2005 - 2008 (2 years)

Education

University of Southern California
University of Southern California
Location:Los Angeles
Founded:1880
Colors:Cardinal, Gold
Mascot:Traveler, George Tirebiter

The University of Southern California is a private, not-for-profit, nonsectarian, research university located in Los Angeles, California, United States. USC was founded in 1880, making it California's oldest private research university. USC's development has closely paralleled the growth of Los...
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NFL players from University of Southern California
NamePositionMost recent team
Mike Williams Wide receiver Seattle Seahawks
Frostee Rucker Defensive end Cleveland Browns
Lofa Tatupu Linebacker Atlanta Falcons
Matt Cassel Quarterback Kansas City Chiefs
Tom Malone Punter St. Louis Rams
Troy Polamalu Strong Safety Pittsburgh Steelers
Taitusi Lutui Guard Seattle Seahawks
Ryan Kalil Center Carolina Panthers
Carson Palmer Quarterback Oakland Raiders
Mike Patterson Defensive tackle Philadelphia Eagles
Reggie Bush Running back Miami Dolphins
Winston Justice Offensive tackle Indianapolis Colts
Shaun Cody Defensive tackle Houston Texans
Matt Leinart Quarterback Oakland Raiders
Lawrence Jackson Defensive end Detroit Lions
Stanley Havili Fullback Philadelphia Eagles
Mark Sanchez Quarterback New York Jets
Brian Cushing Linebacker Houston Texans
Patrick Turner Wide receiver New York Jets
Joe McKnight Running back New York Jets
Marc Tyler Running back Green Bay Packers
Rey Maualuga Middle Linebacker Cincinnati Bengals
Chris Galippo Linebacker Indianapolis Colts
Everson Griffen Defensive end Minnesota Vikings
Vidal Hazelton Wide receiver Cincinnati Bengals
Ronald Johnson Wide receiver Philadelphia Eagles
Taylor Mays Safety Cincinnati Bengals
David Ausberry Tight end Oakland Raiders
Kyle Moore Defensive end Buffalo Bills
Fili Moala Defensive tackle Indianapolis Colts
Jeff Byers Center Carolina Panthers
Kevin Thomas Defensive back Indianapolis Colts
Anthony McCoy Tight end Seattle Seahawks
Damian Williams Wide receiver Tennessee Titans
Charles Brown Tackle New Orleans Saints
Alex Parsons Offensive Lineman Oakland Raiders
Jordan Cameron Tight end Cleveland Browns
Michael Morgan Linebacker Seattle Seahawks
Allen Bradford Linebacker Seattle Seahawks
Terrell Thomas Cornerback New York Giants
Clay Matthews III Outside Linebacker Green Bay Packers
Steve Smith Wide receiver St. Louis Rams
Keith Rivers Linebacker New York Giants
Tyron Smith Offensive tackle Dallas Cowboys
Shareece Wright Cornerback San Diego Chargers
Fred Davis Tight end Washington Redskins
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Hometown of Matt Cassel

Northridge
Northridge, California

Northridge is a community located in the San Fernando Valley region of the City of Los Angeles, California, United States. The 1994 Northridge earthquake is named for the place based on early estimates of the location of the quake's epicenter; however, further refinements showed it to be...
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Personal relationships of Matt Cassel

Lauren Killian
Lauren Killian
Relationship type:Marriage
Together since:February 15, 2007

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q:
    Where did Matt Cassel go to school?
  • A:
    Matt Cassel attended the University of Southern California.
  • Q:
    Where was Matt Cassel born?
  • A:
    Matt Cassel was born in Northridge.
  • Q:
    How tall is Matt Cassel?
  • A:
    Matt Cassel is 6 feet, 4 inches tall.
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