Southern Miss quarterback Keon Howard spoke to reporters after the Golden Eagles lost at Tennessee Saturday. Jason Munz/Hattiesburg American
There's one less quarterback fighting for the Southern Miss starting job.
Keon Howard announced Thursday night on Twitter that he is leaving the program after two seasons.
"I would like to thank the coaching staff, my teammates, staff members, student body and others who have supported me," Howard wrote. "I will not forget the moments spent battling at The Rock with my teammates and the loyalty from the fans in victory or defeat.