NFL

Fantasy

About Us

Who is Matthew Caldwell? Meet Texas' starting QB if Arch Manning can't play vs. Vanderbilt

The highly-anticipated start for Arch Manning and the Texas Longhorns against No. 9 Vanderbilt this Saturday could turn into a proving ground for veteran backup Matthew Caldwell, who will be poised to become the team’s temporary QB1 if the star quarterback cannot clear concussion protocol.

Caldwell, a graduate transfer from Troy with previous starting experience, heroically stepped in during last week's overtime battle against Mississippi State to throw the game-winning touchdown — a clutch moment that has given the Longhorns confidence in his ability to steer the offense.

Now, with Manning's health uncertain, the 6-foot-4, even-keeled senior who coach Steve Sarkisian pra

See Full Page