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Matt Leinart

Houston Texans

1983/05/11 28

6-5 232

Santa Ana, CA

4

the Arizona Cardinals in 2006 (1st round)

Passing Rushing
Year Team G Rating Comp Att Pct Yds Y/G Y/A TD INT Rush Yds Y/G Avg TD
2011 Texans 2 110 10 13 76.9 57 28.5 5.7 1 0 1 -1 -0.5 -1 0

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Scouting Report

Assets
  • Has ideal quarterback size and a good, accurate arm. Can sling the ball with zip and a quick release. Moves well in the pocket and can run for daylight when things break down. Lefty delivery keeps some defenders off-balance.
Flaws
  • Can be predictable at times, nibbling with the short-to-mid-range game and showing hesitancy throwing the deep ball. Consistency, maturity and focus are issues. Has had some injury problems.
Career Potential
  • Overrated quarterback with some tools.
  • AwardsNCAA - Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award (Nation's top senior quarterback)NCAA - AP College Player of the Year (Most outstanding collegiate football player)NCAA - Walter Camp Award (Nation's top player)NCAA - Heisman Trophy (Nation's top player)

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Transactions/Injuries/Suspensions

November 28, 2011 Collarbone, injured reserve.
July 30, 2011 Re-signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Houston Texans.
July 25, 2011 Declared free agent.
March 2, 2011 Contract tendered by the Houston Texans.
September 6, 2010 Signed as a free agent by the Houston Texans to a one-year contract.
September 4, 2010 Released by the Arizona Cardinals.
October 9, 2007 Collarbone injury, injured reserve.
December 27, 2006 Left shoulder injury, out.
August 14, 2006 Signed by the Arizona Cardinals to a six-year contract.

Trades

September 6, 2010 Signed as a free agent by the Houston Texans.
April 29, 2006 Drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the 1st round (10th overall) in 2006.

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