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UAB quarterback Burton set to start season opener against Illinois

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 2:47 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

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Summary

UAB quarterback Burton is projected to make his first start for the Blazers on Sept. 3 against Illinois. After transferring from BYU to West Virginia, and then to UAB, Burton made two starts last season. His performance will be pivotal as UAB opens its season. The Blazers finished last season with nine games played, during which the offense relied heavily on its quarterback play.

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•Burton started his college career at BYU before transferring multiple times.
•He made two starts last season for UAB.
•The Blazers will open the season on Sept. 3 against Illinois.
•Burton is 6-foot-2, 200 pounds.

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