Matt Cassel

Date of Birth: May 17, 1982

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

Matt Cassel, born Matthew Brennan Cassel, is a former professional American football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for several teams over a 14-season career. Cassel was born on May 17, 1982, in Northridge, California. He attended Chatsworth High School, where he excelled in both football and baseball. After high school, Cassel went on to play college football at the University of Southern California (USC), although he served as a backup quarterback for most of his college career. Cassel was drafted by the New England Patriots in the seventh round of the 2005 NFL Draft. He spent his first three seasons primarily as a backup to Tom Brady. However, his opportunity to shine came in 2008 when Brady suffered a season-ending injury in the first game of the season. Cassel stepped in and led the Patriots to an 11-5 record, almost making the playoffs. Following his breakout season, Cassel was traded to the Kansas City Chiefs, where he played the next four seasons. He also had stints with the Minnesota Vikings, Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, Tennessee Titans, and Detroit Lions before retiring from professional football in 2019. Throughout his career, Cassel was known for his resilience, leadership, and ability to step up when needed. He transitioned into a career as a football analyst after retiring, providing insights and commentary for various sports networks.

5 Interesting Facts about Matt Cassel

1. Matt Cassel never started a game during his college career at USC, yet managed to have a successful NFL career.

2. Cassel led the New England Patriots to an 11-5 record in the 2008 season after Tom Brady was injured.

3. He was traded to the Kansas City Chiefs along with linebacker Mike Vrabel for a second-round draft pick in 2009.

4. Cassel was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2010 after leading the Chiefs to a 10-6 record and an AFC West division title.

5. He holds the NFL record for most passing yards in a single game by a quarterback making his first career start (400 yards against the New York Jets in 2008).

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Matt Cassel

1. “I think the biggest thing is just to stay confident, stay true to yourself, and always be prepared for your opportunity.”

2. “You never know when your number is going to be called, so you have to prepare like you’re the starter every week.”

3. “Football is a team game, and it takes everyone working together to be successful.”

4. “I’ve always prided myself on my work ethic and my ability to rise to the occasion.”

5. “The journey is just as important as the destination, and I’ve enjoyed every step of my career.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Matt Cassel is estimated to be around $30 million.

Children

Matt Cassel has four children with his wife, Lauren Killian, a former USC volleyball player. Their names are Quinn Cassel, Mackenzie Cassel, and twin boys Clayton and Jack Cassel.