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Editor's note: Second of a two-part series exploring the need to develop multiple quarterbacks.

PROVO — Over the past eight seasons, eight different quarterbacks have each started at least a couple of games for BYU. Twice during that stretch, the Cougars have had to start three different QBs in a single campaign.

Most of BYU's best seasons historically have come when there is an undisputed, confident, experienced starter who stays healthy.

Quarterback instability can lead to general inconsistency — and it often produces unpredictable results. Here’s a look at how volatile the quarterback position at BYU has been the past eight years:

Year: 2010

Starting quarterbacks: 2 (Riley Nelson, Jake Heaps)

Record: (7-6)

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