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Coaching decisions on quarterbacks affect college football's 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 6:18 PM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Coaching decisions on quarterbacks affect college football's 2026 season

Summary

The 2026 college football season is heavily influenced by quarterback roster decisions. Coaches like Mike Elko at Texas A&M face criticism for retaining underperforming QBs, such as Marcel Reed, who underperformed in recent games. At Oklahoma, John Mateer struggles after a lackluster performance against New Mexico. Meanwhile, Miami's investment in Darian Mensah is paying off as the Hurricanes gain momentum. The impact of these decisions could be significant as teams assess their options mid-season, particularly as they look to the transfer portal for improvements.

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By the Numbers

•Mike Elko retains underperforming QB Marcel Reed at Texas A&M.
•Oklahoma's John Mateer expresses frustration after poor game performance.
•Miami's Darian Mensah emerges as a standout for the Hurricanes.
•Texas A&M faces critical matchups ahead with ongoing QB issues.
•Coaches may need to reassess their quarterback strategies this season.

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What they're saying

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Decisions by coaches to retain mediocre QBs are crushing their 2026 seasons. Miami paying up for Darian Mensah is proving to be a great investment
— Yahoo Sports

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