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2017 NFL Free Agency: Backup Quarterback Options for Dallas Cowboys

By Stephen Forsha

Aug 25, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Schaub (8) hands the ball off during the second half against the Miami Dolphins at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 25, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Schaub (8) hands the ball off during the second half against the Miami Dolphins at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 23, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Schaub (8) prepares for a game against the San Diego Chargers at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Schaub (8) prepares for a game against the San Diego Chargers at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Matt Schaub

A former starter in the NFL, his days as a full-time No. 1 signal caller are over, but Schaub does bring experience and past expertise as a starting quarterback with the Houston Texans. He’s also a former backup quarterback with the Baltimore Ravens, Oakland Raiders and Atlanta Falcons.

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Schaub won’t be a game-changer or lead the Cowboys to the playoffs, but is there a more experienced quarterback who has made playoff runs and has settled into a backup role in the latter stages of their career than Schaub?

In 2015, Schaub made two starts with the Ravens, where he threw three touchdown passes and four interceptions. What made him a backup in the first place was his 2013 season with the Texans where he threw 14 interceptions.

In reality, this signing most likely has no chance of occurring, but if the Cowboys free agent search sends them in a path of a quarterback who can play in a pinch, Schaub would be a very nice backup option for the reigning NFC East champions.

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Schaub could be in demand for other teams, including the San Francisco 49ers as either a starter or backup:

This would be a Cowboys free agent signing that might cost a little more than usual for a backup, but with the team the Cowboys have built and where they could be headed during the 2017 season, signing a quality backup quarterback is a must. A veteran like Schaub could be what they are looking for, and he’s available.

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