Austyn Modrzewski rises to starting QB for South Dakota
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 11:51 PM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
FootballAustyn Modrzewski has become the starting quarterback at the University of South Dakota. Hailing from Littleton, Colorado, Modrzewski began his football journey at a young age, transitioning from running back to quarterback after demonstrating his passing abilities in early practices. His high school career at Mountain Vista saw him set numerous records, culminating in nearly 12,000 passing yards and 147 touchdowns, earning him two Colorado Gatorade Player of the Year honors. His calm demeanor and strong work ethic contributed to his development both on and off the field. Modrzewski aims to lead South Dakota as they continue their season.
- •Austyn Modrzewski is now the starting quarterback for the University of South Dakota.
- •He began playing football as a running back before switching to quarterback.
- •Modrzewski set records in high school with nearly 12,000 passing yards and 147 touchdowns.
- •He was named Colorado Gatorade Player of the Year twice during his high school career.
- •His calmness and dedication have been key to his athletic development.
- 11:51 PMYahoo Sports — Driven to be QB: How Austyn Modrzewski's journey led him to USD
"Oct. 29—VERMILLION, S.D. — Long before Austyn Modrzewski became the starting quarterback at the University of South Dakota, he was a first grader in Littleton, Colorado, who had already discovered something special about throwing a football. He initially lined up at running back when he started playing tackle football. But it did not take long for those around him to recognize that the ball ...
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