Friday, April 1, 2011

As spring begins FAU looks for next in line at quarterback

As FAU moves toward its annual spring game, this will be the first time in years of uncertainty at the quarterback position.
Last spring current NFL hopeful Jeff Van Camp was handed the reins from three-year starter and current Tennessee Titan Rusty Smith. This spring the Owls have as many as four candidates fighting for the vacant spot.
The two front-runners for the spot are redshirt juniors David Kooi and Graham Wilbert. Both players lack significant playing experience, combining to throw for a grand total of seven pass attempts in 2010.

Graham Wilbert (center) tosses a pass during spring practice.
Kooi from Pensacola, is listed at 6 foot 7 inches tall and is a mobile quarterback that likes to get outside of the pocket and scramble. Wilbert, from Valencia, CA., is an inch shorter and considered a pro-style quarterback that likes to stay in the pocket to locate receivers.
According to coach Howard Schnellenberger, freshmen Nick Bracewell and Stephen Curtis will also be given a chance to earn the job.
Fans will have an opportunity to watch the competition throughout the spring at the team's practice field behind the Tom Oxley Center in Boca Raton.

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