Isaiah Knowles named starting quarterback for FAMU football
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:42 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Isaiah Knowles has been officially named the starting quarterback for Florida A&M University as they prepare for the 2026 season. The announcement came from the FAMU athletic department on August 6. Knowles, a graduate student and former Albany State player, brings significant experience, having thrown nearly 5,000 yards and 50 touchdowns in his college career. He is expected to lead an uptempo offense under new head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. FAMU begins its season on August 29 against Albany State.
- •Knowles transferred from Albany State and has NCAA Division I experience.
- •He was previously named SIAC Offensive Player of the Year for two consecutive years.
- •FAMU's remaining quarterback options include Armond Parker, Dustin Fletcher, and James Hayes.
- •FAMU will run a Gulf Coast-style offense during preseason training.
- •Their first game is scheduled for August 29 against Albany State.
- 2:42 PMYahoo Sports — FAMU football's Isaiah Knowles officially named starting quarterback
"FAMU football quarterback Isaiah Knowles will have the keys to the offense as he’s officially been named the starter ahead of the 2026 season.
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