Kansas coach David Beaty has seen quarterback Carter Stanley improve even when he’s not getting first-team snaps in practice.
During drills, Beaty requires his backup quarterbacks to stand behind teammates to mimic their actions, and in earlier weeks, Stanley has taken this job seriously.
“I think that’s really what’s helped him,” Beaty said. “I think his commitment to being prepared is what helped him step in the other day and play well, and he sparked us.”
Stanley was one of the bright spots for KU in a 48-21 loss at West Virginia. He completed 9 of 11 passes for 127 yards with two touchdowns and an interception after replacing the starter Montell Cozart, who left with a concussion.