Chase Pemberton looks to establish rhythm with UW-Stout Blue Devils
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 9:18 AM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
FootballChase Pemberton, a freshman transfer, is stepping into the starting quarterback role for the UW-Stout Blue Devils in 2026. After impressive performances in his first two games, Pemberton has thrown for 564 yards and four touchdowns. Despite a mixed outing against Augustana College, where he completed 10-of-18 passes for three touchdowns in the first half but struggled in the second, coach Clayt Birmingham believes Pemberton will improve as he gains experience. Pemberton's chemistry with senior wide receiver Davonte Evans may play a vital role in his development as the season progresses.
- •Chase Pemberton has 564 passing yards and four touchdowns this season.
- •He is competing against senior Jacob Royse and junior Evan Freking for the starting role.
- •Pemberton developed strong chemistry with senior Davonte Evans early in his tenure.
- •Coach Clayt Birmingham expects Pemberton to improve with more playing time.
- •Pemberton aims to enhance his completion percentage from 50.8 in upcoming games.
- 9:18 AMYahoo Sports — Pemberton looking to find rhythm, consistency in first year with Blue Devils
"MENOMONIE — The starting quarterback has been one of the most stable positions at UW-Stout Polytechnic over recent years. From 2018 to 2025, the Blue Devils used just three different starters in their backfield. Sean Borgerding first took over the reins in 2018 and became the school’s all-time passing leader in attempts, completions, yards and touchdowns in four years starting. Mitch Waechter ...
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