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UConn football names Joseph Fagnano the starting quarterback

UConn football has a new starting quarterback, one of the newer members of the team.

Maine transfer Joe Fagnano has earned the starting job according to a statement from the school. The Williamsport, PA native will start the season opener against NC State at the Rent on Thursday, August 31st. He came to UConn having heavy familiarity with offensive coordinator Nick Charlton’s system and boasting a decorated career as the three-year starter for the FCS Black Bears. Fagnano has two years of eligibility remaining.

“It was a hard fought competition throughout camp,” head coach Jim Mora said.