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Troy transfer QB Matthew Caldwell signs with Texas

The Texas Longhorns made a surprise addition from the NCAA transfer portal on Sunday, signing former Troy Trojans quarterback Matthew Calwell to provide experienced depth behind redshirt sophomore starter Arch Manning.

BREAKING: Troy transfer QB Matthew Caldwell has signed with Texas, @PeteNakos_ reports

Caldwell totaled 1,608 passing yards and 13 touchdowns last season.https://t.co/dF05eZR901 pic.twitter.com/jg4crPjQKK— On3 (@On3sports) May 4, 2025

The 6’4, 212-pounder has one season of eligibility remaining and previously played at Jacksonville State and Gardner-Webb.

An unranked recruit out of Auburn (Ala.