Senior quarterback Greg Ward Jr. has progressed in nearly every facet of his game in his third year as the Cougars’ signal caller.
After leading his team to a 5-0 start for the second consecutive season, Ward’s stellar play has thrust him into the Heisman Trophy conversation.
“On the defensive side we call him ‘Houdini,’” Sophomore cornerback Garrett Davis said. “He will just make a play happen out of nowhere.”
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In the four games he has started this season, Ward has racked up 1,325 passing yards and eight passing touchdowns — all while throwing only two interceptions.