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Quarterback competition heats up at USD football fall camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 3:50 AM

Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Quarterback competition heats up at USD football fall camp

Summary

USD football began its 2026-27 season with fall camp on July 30 in Vermillion, South Dakota. Head coach Matt Vitzthum stated that the competition for starting quarterback among Nevan Cremascoli, Austyn Modrzewski, and Jackson Proctor remains tight. Vitzthum plans to give one quarterback the majority of first-team reps soon to gauge performance. Running back Charles Pierre Jr. expressed that the team is fully supportive of whichever player wins the job. The Coyotes aim to improve upon a challenging start to last season, emphasizing the need for consistent play as they prepare for their opener against Central Connecticut State on August 29.

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By the Numbers

•Fall camp starts for USD football on July 30.
•Competition includes Nevan Cremascoli, Austyn Modrzewski, and Jackson Proctor.
•Vitzthum plans to designate a starting QB in the coming days.
•Team aims for a better start after last season's 0-2 beginning.
•Upcoming game against Central Connecticut State is on August 29.

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3:50 AMYahoo Sports — USD quarterback battle continues in day one of camp

What they're saying

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VERMILLION, S.D. (KELO) — USD football kicked off the 2026-27 season with fall camp on Wednesday morning. Matt Vitzthum and his coaching staff have a decision to make. Nevan Cremascoli, Austyn Modrzewski, and Jackson Proctor’s battle for QB 1 continues into fall camp. “I wouldn’t say anything today was super glaring,” Vitzthum said. “Either good […]
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