After a disappointing three weeks to open the season, both South Carolina and Auburn have named new starting quarterbacks for this Saturday. According to usatoday.com, redshirt freshman Sean White will take over for Jeremy Johnson for Auburn; freshman Lorenzo Nunez will replace former walk-on Perry Orth.
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The clear surprise here is Sean White taking over Auburn’s starting job in week 4. It is not a surprise due to this season’s results; it is surprising due to the hype Johnson was getting before the season. Just google “Jeremy Johnson Hesiman” and you’ll get article after article about Jeremy Johnson’s potential, Heisman hype and how he would make Auburn better due to his elevated (when comparted to Nick Marshall) passing abilities.