Why Nelson (Really) Started?

[FanSinceTheFifties]

I don't understand how Gray got screwed.

He's too hurt to play quarterback, right?

If healthy, Gray was the guy this year. Through 3 games, it didn't appear like he was going to be an NFL draft prospect at QB. I think this move is great for his potential career. He has a shot as a TE or WR in the NFL and now he'll get season reps against Michigan, Nebraska, and other big time secondaries to show what he can do.

I get that everybody wants to be the QB and team leader. I admire Gray for how he's handled the situation thus far and I think he'll continue to be mature about it.

Well stated. I admire Gray for his perseverance. He has taken good and appropriate advantage of the education that his athletic ability earned him, been a good student and citizen, and has shown by example his mettle. I hope he has a successful second half of the season and a fine career in the NFL or wherever his UM experience takes him.

 

[The 12th Man]

That is where I have been all season. Given all circumstances, WHO gives us the best chance to win. And as a long ago former player myself, though not at the U, that is the feeling of the TEAM also.

Correct. I can tell you for certain that at this level, the members of the team are not interested in giving kids time because they have been good citizens. The guys who give the team the best chance to win play. Always.