Virginia Tech coach Justin Fuente named redshirt freshman Josh Jackson the Hokies' starting quarterback Monday.
Jackson had emerged as the favorite to replace Jerod Evans, and coaches said he started separating himself from A.J. Bush and Hendon Hooker over the last two or three practices.
"I think the biggest thing is he is very consistent," Fuente told reporters in Blacksburg, Virginia. "He has been able to deliver the ball on time."
Though he hasn't played in a game, Jackson is the most experienced player on the roster when it comes to learning the Hokies' offensive system.