Owen McCown leads UTSA with rare quarterback continuity for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Owen McCown enters his fourth season as the starting quarterback for the UTSA Roadrunners in 2026, providing the team with valuable continuity as they prepare for the upcoming season. McCown, the only American Conference quarterback with this experience, has previously faced significant challenges succeeding Frank Harris. Despite lucrative transfer offers last season, McCown chose to remain at UTSA, driven by loyalty to head coach Jeff Traylor and the program. His offensive coordinator position has shifted with the hiring of Rick Bowie, implementing a more air raid-inspired approach. McCown aims to improve from back-to-back 7-6 seasons and elevate the team to new heights.
- •Owen McCown has been UTSA's starting QB for three seasons.
- •McCown chose to stay with UTSA despite competitive NIL offers.
- •Rick Bowie introduces a new air raid offense to the team.
- •UTSA finished with a 7-6 record in the past two seasons.
- •McCown aims to improve team performance in 2026.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Owen McCown’s loyalty gives UTSA rare quarterback continuity
"McCown is ready to write the final chapter of his legacy in his fourth season at UTSA.
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