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Fresno State Names E.J. Warner Starting Quarterback for Season Opener

The son of Hall of Famer Kurt Warner will lead a Bulldogs offense under first-year coach Matt Entz following a three-way preseason competition.

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Sep 21, 2024; West Point, New York, USA; Rice Owls quarterback E.J. Warner (13) runs with the ball against the Army Black Knights during the first half at Michie Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Sources tell ESPN that Warner secured the starting role and is set to debut at Kansas on Aug. 23.
  • He outperformed transfer Carson Conklin and sophomore Jayden Mandal in fall camp.
  • Warner joins Fresno State after three seasons at Temple and Rice, where he threw for 8,814 yards, 58 touchdowns and 37 interceptions.
  • His resume includes leading the AAC in passing yards per game in 2023 and setting Temple’s single-season touchdown record.
  • His debut coincides with Matt Entz’s first game as Bulldogs head coach, marking a key step in the program’s reset.