Utah State quarterback Cooper Legas (5) looks to throw during game on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023 in Logan, Utah. The Aggies began spring drills Tuesday in Logan. | Tyler Tate, Associated Press
College football is back. For a time, at least.
Tuesday, Utah State began a five-week spring camp period, during which time the Aggies will participate in 15 practice sessions, culminating in the annual Blue vs. White Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 20.
Young unknown players will attempt to earn themselves minutes in the fall. Vets will look to refine their games while learning under new coaches — particularly on the defensive side.
On the whole, the Aggies will attempt to get better, in preparation for arguably the most difficult regular season slate in program history. The 2024 season is highlighted by trips to USC and Washington State, plus the coming of the Utah Utes to Logan and with them the return of the Battle of the Brothers.
There will be plenty to watch for and pay attention to during spring ball, but here are five storylines to keep apprised of as the Aggies get underway.
Who will be the Aggies’ starting quarterback?
Utah quarterback Bryson Barnes throws against Florida in Salt Lake City on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023, during the Utes’ season-opening victory. Barnes transferred to Utah State and will be among the QBs battling for QB1 duties. | Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News
It has been talked about since the signings of former Iowa starting quarterback Spencer Petras and former Utah starting quarterback Bryson Barnes, but it remains the story of spring camp (and possibly fall camp too). Who will be the Aggies’ starting quarterback next season?
Will it be incumbent Cooper Legas, a fifth-year senior who sneakily had one of the most productive seasons by a Utah State quarterback in history last year?
Will it be Petras, a…
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Publish date : 2024-03-19 19:35:41
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