Former FIU quarterback Alex McGough, who is on the Seattle Seahawks’ practice squad, visited his alma mater’s practice during a day off this week, reconnecting with his ex-teammates and his brother, Shane, a Panthers offensive lineman.
But, in a way, it’s as if Alex McGough never left.
That’s because FIU coach Butch Davis replaced McGough with an experienced quarterback — Bowling Green transfer James Morgan — who has fit in perfectly, leading the Panthers (4-2, 2-0) to sole possession of first place in Conference USA’s East Division entering Saturday’s home game against Rice.
“James [even] took my number [12],” McGough said with a laugh.