Gators to start redshirt freshman QB Grier vs. East Carolina
GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- Redshirt freshman quarterback Will Grier will make his first career start on Saturday against East Carolina.
In his first appearance for the Gators, Grier split time with sophomore Treon Harris in Florida's season-opening 61-13 victory over New Mexico State, finishing 16 of 18 for 166 yards and two touchdowns. Harris hit 14 of 19 passes for 215 yards and two touchdowns.
Florida head coach Jim McElwain said following Wednesday's practice that he and his staff planned to meet afterward to discuss which quarterback would start Saturday. Both will play against East Carolina.
Grier and Harris staged a quarterback battle throughout spring and resumed their competition during preseason camp.
Harris, who started six games a season ago, got the nod in the opener and led the Gators on two scoring drives before Grier entered and played the second and third quarters. Harris re-entered the game late in the third quarter as the Gators won their 26th consecutive season opener, the longest active streak in the nation.
