A former UNC football quarterback is getting a fresh start — and a starting role — in the American Athletic Conference. After transferring earlier this year, the signal-caller has officially been announced as the starting quarterback for his new program, a move that brings both excitement and intrigue heading into the 2025 college football season.
The former Tar Heel spent multiple years in Chapel Hill, where he gained valuable experience under head coach Mack Brown and the UNC coaching staff. While he never fully secured the starting job in Chapel Hill, his flashes of athleticism and potential made him a sought-after transfer once he entered the portal.
Now, he has a chance to lead an AAC team looking to rise in the conference standings. Coaches have praised his work ethic, leadership, and ability to quickly adapt to a new offensive scheme. Reports out of preseason camp indicate that he separated himself from the competition with his consistency in practice and ability to execute under pressure.
“This is the opportunity I’ve been waiting for,” the former UNC football quarterback said in a statement. “I’m grateful for my time at North Carolina, but I’m ready to help this team win and take the next step in my career.”
The move highlights a growing trend in college football: quarterbacks seeking better opportunities through the transfer portal. For many players, the portal has become a chance to find the right fit and maximize playing time, especially with the ever-changing landscape of NIL deals and expanded playoff stakes.
If he thrives, the story of this former UNC football quarterback could serve as another reminder of how second chances often fuel some of the most compelling narratives in the sport.
