WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (Aug. 6, 2014)—William and Mary head football coach
Jimmye Laycock recently sat down with TribeAthletics.com and discussed the team's quarterbacks in the video feature available above or by clicking
here.
Be sure to check back tomorrow for a video feature with offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Kevin Rogers.
Additionally, a written preview discussing the team's quarterbacks is available below.
Fans can continue to follow the team as it prepares for the season opener at Virginia Tech on Aug. 30 by visiting the preseason camp headquarters page.
Season ticket information is available by clicking here, or by calling the Tribe Ticket office at 757-221-3340.
QUARTERBACKS
With the graduation of W&M's top two signal callers from a season ago, the opportunity exists for one of the program's talented young quarterbacks to emerge from the mix of candidates and seize the starting role. While junior Christian Brumbaugh and sophomore Steve Cluley enter fall camp atop the depth chart according to offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach Kevin Rogers, the competition remains open and a starter will not be determined until after fall practices get underway.
Although he has yet to see any playing time during his collegiate career, Brumbaugh (6-4, 215) has been a member of the travel squad during the past two seasons and came out of spring practices listed as the team's top player at the position. An extremely intelligent student of the game, Brumbaugh has an outstanding command of the playbook and possesses a strong presence in the huddle. The McDonald, Pa., native's offseason workouts have been dedicated to improving his arm strength and transferring his knowledge of the offense to production on the field.
Cluley (6-3, 215) is one of just two quarterbacks on the roster with game experience, as he saw action as a reserve in four games last season. One of the position group's most athletic players, Cluley has good size and strength and is a viable threat to pick up yardage with his legs. As he continues to gain a better understanding of the offense and improves his decision making, his skill set should enable him to challenge for the starting duties.
After moving back to quarterback from wide receiver during the spring, sophomore Frank Brown IV (6-2, 205) was one of the group's most improved players during the practice season. The Hampton, Va., native has good arm strength and can make all the necessary throws, but he will need to earn more reps as he continues his progression as a player. He was a fixture in the Laycock Center film room during the offseason, which should contribute to aiding his development.
Although redshirt freshman Jhalil Mosley (6-0, 185) was plagued by injuries during his first season at the College, he possesses a unique skill set that could see him challenge for the starting spot this fall. In addition to having the squad's most gifted arm, he possesses a quick release and is extremely athletic. As a prep standout at Monticello High School, the Keswick, Va., native was rated as the state's No. 66 best player by the Roanoke Times after finishing his prep career with 6,012 combined passing and rushing yards, second most in school history. In addition to getting healthy, Mosley's biggest challenge will be his inexperience at the collegiate level and will need to maximize his opportunities in the fall camp.
Who is Returning |
Name |
GP/GS |
Eff Rtg |
Cmp-Att-Int |
Pct |
Yds |
TD |
LG |
Avg/G |
Steve Cluley |
4/0 |
53.0 |
4-9-1 |
44.4 |
33 |
0 |
21 |
8.2 |
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Who is Lost |
Name |
GP/GS |
Eff Rtg |
Cmp-Att-Int |
Pct |
Yds |
TD |
LG |
Avg/G |
Michael Graham |
8/8 |
116.2 |
81-152-2 |
53.3 |
989 |
5 |
52 |
123.6 |
Brent Caprio |
12/4 |
128.2 |
75-135-2 |
55.6 |
1018 |
5 |
61 |
84.8 |