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Wittenberg football introduces new quarterbacks ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 6:36 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

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Summary

Wittenberg football, under first-year head coach BJ Coad, is preparing for the 2026 season with a new quarterback lineup following the transfer of junior JJ Miller to Cincinnati. Coad, who was hired in December, is optimistic after five preseason practices. The Tigers are scheduled to begin their season on September 5 against Washington & Lee, after finishing with a 4-6 record last year. Coad has recruited Cole Burton and Tyler Eley as key players for the quarterback position. Wittenberg was projected to finish sixth in the North Coast Athletic Conference pre-season poll, reflecting struggles from the previous season. The team will hold a scrimmage on August 22.

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By the Numbers

•Wittenberg starts the season on September 5 at Washington & Lee.
•Coad optimistic after five practices as head coach.
•JJ Miller transferred to Cincinnati after last season.
•Cole Burton and Tyler Eley are competing for the starting QB role.
•Team held a Red vs. White scrimmage on August 22.

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6:36 PMYahoo Sports — David Jablonski: Wittenberg football: Tigers will have new QB in 2026

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A framed portrait of College Football Hall of Fame coach Dave Maurer rests on the top shelf of BJ Coad’s office at Wittenberg’s Health, Wellness & Athletic Complex. He plans to put a photo of his college coach, Joe Fincham, in a blank spot on a nearby wall. The football offices serve as a mini museum for Wittenberg football. In the lobby outside Coad’s office, there are trophies, rings, ...
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