Top 5 Mountain West Quarterbacks to Watch in 2024
The Mountain West Conference continues its tradition of developing exceptional quarterback talent in 2024. Here's a detailed look at the conference's top quarterbacks:
Boise State quarterback in blue uniform
Mikey Keene (Fresno State)
- Height: 5'11"
- Games played: 22
- Touchdowns: 39
- Notable: Exceptional mechanics and powerful arm
- Current status: On track for career-best season despite matching previous year's interception total
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Brayden Schager (Hawaii)
- Completion rate: 57.8% (233/403)
- Passing yards: 2,591
- Touchdowns: 19
- Interceptions: 13
- Average yards per attempt: 6.4
Maddux Madsen (Boise State)
- 2023 stats: 61% completion rate, 1,191 yards, 9 touchdowns
- Beat out transfer Malachi Nelson for starting position
- Known for strong leadership qualities
Devon Dampier (New Mexico)
- Completion rate: 57.7% (207/359)
- Passing yards: 2,592
- Touchdowns: 12
- Interceptions: 12
- Longest pass: 55 yards
- Style: Dual-threat quarterback
Spencer Petras (Utah State)
- Completion rate: 65.3% (209/320)
- Touchdowns: 17
- Interceptions: 10
- Passer rating: 136.7
- Background: Transfer from Iowa
- Strengths: Leadership and composure
Each quarterback brings unique skills and capabilities to their respective teams, continuing the conference's legacy of strong quarterback play established by alumni like Colin Kaepernick, Derek Carr, and Kellen Moore.