Today’s look at the quarterback position builds off of yesterday’s explainer, going deeper into the numbers and metrics and providing some different perspective.
Last season, Virginia Cavaliers’ starting quarterback Kurt Benkert became the first returning starter for the Hoos in five years, dating back to the Mike Rocco years of 2011-2012. This year, Virginia will turn to JUCO transfer Bryce Perkins to take over—and help revamp—a struggling Virginia offense.
2017 Season
At first pass, Benkert, was pretty good last year. He broke a number of passing records for the Hoos and led them to their first bowl game in six years.