Huskies add transfer QB to possibly replace Penix in 2024

Mississippi State quarterback Will Rogers throws a pass against Mississippi in November. The SEC’s all-time No. 2 passer, Rogers announced Friday that he will transfer to Washington for the 2024, potentially replacing record-setting Husky quarterback Michael Penix.

Washington has added another quarterback who could take over once Heisman Trophy runner-up Michael Penix Jr. says farewell.

Former Mississippi State quarterback Will Rogers is headed to Seattle, putting him in the mix to start for the Huskies next season. Rogers told ESPN that he had committed to the Washington staff while on a visit to the campus on Friday.

Rogers is the No. 2 passer in SEC history after throwing for 12,315 yards during four seasons with the Bulldogs. Rogers thrived in the pass-first offensive system of former coach Mike Leach, throwing for 4,739 yards and 36 touchdowns in 2021 and 3,974 yards and 35 touchdowns in 2022.

Rogers’ numbers dipped this past season and he played in just eight games. Rogers completed just 60% of his throws this season and had 12 TD passes.

Because of his experience and background, Rogers appears likely to be the starter. Current Washington backup Dylan Morris has put his name in the transfer portal, leaving first-year QB Austin Mack as another option for the Huskies going into next season.

This article originally appeared on Kitsap Sun: Washington adds another QB with Will Rogers set to join the Huskies


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Publish date : 2023-12-16 02:54:52

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