"Everyone in college football is affected by injuries and we are no different," said McNeill. "I am disappointed for Kurt because he has worked so hard for this opportunity. We've got a lot of talent on this team and we'll be asking everyone to step up."
This announcement comes exactly one week after Benkert was officially named ECU’s starting quarterback for the Pirates’ opening game on Sept. 5.
Benkert suffered the set back while running in the open field, falling after trying to cut. It was described as a non-contact injury and he was carted off of the field.