With the graduation of four-year starter and all-conference standout Darius Wilson, the Tribe will have a new signal caller under center for the first time since 2020 when it takes the field this fall. Fortunately for first-year quarterbacks coach Bryan Randall, junior Tyler Hughes provides the squad with an experienced option who has demonstrated the ability to be a dynamic dual-threat force. Additionally, sophomore Noah Brannock enters his third season with the program and has earned game experience, while redshirt freshman Joey Tomasso is a talented prospect who also returns to the mix.    
 
Tyler Hughes • Junior • 6-0, 200
• W&M's most experienced returning quarterback
• Saw action in six games last season, completing 12-of-23 passes for 132 yards; also rushed for 201 yards on 17 carries with three touchdowns
• Displayed his athleticism and dual-threat abilities in last season's win against Hampton, rushing for 130 yards on three carries with two touchdowns; also rushed for 54 yards on six carries at Coastal Carolina
• Accurate passes who is effective reading opposing defenses
• Strong arm
• Excellent leader
 
Noah Brannock • Sophomore • 6-0, 205
• Appeared in two games last season but did not attempt any passes
• Strong arm and anticipates well
• Tremendous competitor
• Good toughness and plays with an edge
• Manages the offense well
• CAA Commissioner's Academic Honor Roll
 
Joey Tomasso • Redshirt Freshman • 6-1, 200
• Redshirted last season and did not appear in any games
• Good arm strength and can make all the necessary throws
• Excellent athlete
• Record-setting prep quarterback at Waverly High School (N.Y.) prior to joining W&M last season, where he finished his career with 672 completions, 9,183 yards, 104 touchdowns, 2,144 rushing yards and 43 rushing touchdowns
• CAA Commissioner's Academic Honor Roll


W&M enters the 2025 campaign having posted four consecutive winning seasons, marking the first time the program has accomplished the feat in the last 25 years.
 
The Tribe opens its season at Furman on Aug. 30, while it will host Maine for its home opener on Sept. 6.

Season tickets, mini plans and single-game tickets are available at TribeAthletics.com.

Learn more about the enhanced fan experience at Zable Stadium for the 2025 season, including security improvements, pre-game areas, shuttle service, the new Kids Zone, fan experience upgrades, and more at TribeAthletics.com. 

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