Washington Lands QB Will Rogers To Replace Michael Penix Jr.

BREAKING: Washington Huskies Land Big-Name QB To Replace Michael Penix Jr.

December 15, 2023, 9:18pm ESTBy Alex Hoegler

Michael Penix Jr. reacts during Washington Huskies game. — SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – NOVEMBER 25: Michael Penix Jr. #9 of the Washington Huskies reacts after a first down against the Washington State Cougars during the fourth quarter at Husky Stadium on November 25, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

The Washington Huskies have landed themselves a new starting quarterback to take over the reins from Michael Penix Jr.

Per ESPN’s Pete Thamel, Mississippi State quarterback Will Rogers told the network that he has committed to the Huskies’ program. Penix Jr. is expected to declare for the 2024 NFL Draft, and many project him to be a first-round pick.

NEWS: Former Mississippi State quarterback Will Rogers tells ESPN that he’s committed to transfer to Washington. Rogers is the SEC’s No. 2 all-time passer with 12,315 yards. He has one year of eligibility remaining. pic.twitter.com/TIWOrNb1pG
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) December 16, 2023

Rogers has spent his first four NCAA seasons with the Bulldogs, tallying 12,315 passing yards and 94 touchdowns against 28 interceptions.

Penix and the No. 2 ranked Huskies will face the No. 3 ranked Texas Longhorns in the Sugar Bowl, with a trip to the national championship game on the line. The other playoff game will see No. 1 ranked Michigan face No. 4 ranked Alabama.