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5 Things to Know about Vikings QB Joel Stave

Joel Stave.

The 6-foot-5 Stave played four seasons at the University of Wisconsin.

Here are five things to know about the 24 year old:

1. Big with Badgers

Stave, a Wisconsin native, finished with a 31-10 record as a starter, giving him more wins than any other Wisconsin quarterback. His .756 win percentage ranks third in school history, and he went 22-6 (.786) as a starter in Big Ten games.

2. Finishing with a flourish

Stave threw for 217 yards and a touchdown against USC in the 2015 Holiday Bowl, earning Offensive MVP honors in his final collegiate game.