Overview

• Head coach Deion Sanders and his staff remain undecided on a starter for the Aug. 29 opener, stressing there’s no rush to name QB1.
• Sanders publicly praised Kaidon Salter’s dual-threat skill set, saying the Liberty transfer “is going to cause havoc” in the revamped offense.
• Offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur presented Salter as his “main guy” in a recent staff evaluation, indicating a directional lean.
• Coaches have left open the possibility of using both Salter and freshman Julian Lewis in packages or situational reps to balance immediate impact with long-term development.
• Backup Ryan Staub has stepped into a mentorship role, and the quarterback room is described as cohesive and supportive even as the competition intensifies.