Matthews is a well-coached quarterback who possesses both the physical and mental attributes to succeed. He has an accurate arm and can make all of the throws while showing a quick release. He has good balance and is fundamentally sound in the pocket and on the run. He has no problems under center in a pro-style set or out of the shotgun. Matthews maintains a good pocket presence and stays calm and confident under pressure. He knows how to make the proper pre-snap reads at the line. He understands the subtleties of the game and knows how to combine touch and timing down the field.

"Somewhat unknown before a big junior year, Matthews exploded onto the scene with a strong arm and quick release. He makes solid decisions in the pocket and is very accurate, as evidenced by a very high completion percentage." -- Brian Perroni, Rivals.com Southwest Recruiting Analyst.