As an undrafted free agent in 2007, the Seattle Seahawks signed quarterback Matthew Thomas Overton.
He was a member of the United Football League’s Florida Tuskers and Omaha Nighthawks and is currently the long snapper for the Dallas Cowboys in the National Football League.
he was recognized as the best long-snapper in the UFL and was voted into the league’s top 10 players. In 2013, while playing for the Indianapolis Colts, Overton was selected for the Pro Bowl.
In Pleasant Hill, California, Overton studied at the junior college Diablo Valley College. He played four years of varsity football at Tracy High School, and he was a two-way starter all that time.
He was the lineman of the year and player of the month as a senior. He was not offered any college scholarships right out of high school, despite all of his accomplishments.
Washington, DC-based defensive end and long snapper Matt Overton attend Western Washington University. He had over 40 tackles, 5 sacks, 7.5 tackles for loss, an interception,
a forced fumble, and 7 pass breakups as a senior. He was the most valuable player on special teams and captain of his DVC squad.
He played two years as a starter and captain for Western Washington as defensive end/long snapper.
What Is Matt Overton Jersey Number?
The long snapper for the Dallas Cowboys in the National Football League, Matthew Thomas Overton dons the number 45 Cowboys jersey