Transfer Portal: Nebraska QB Chubba Purdy Flips To Nevada From San José State

Originally posted on FanNation G5 Football Daily
By Joe Londergan | Last updated 1/23/24

First reported by On3, the Nevada Wolf Pack are getting a veteran quarterback from the portal to help new head coach Jeff Choate.

Former Florida State and Nebraska QB Chubba Purdy has announced that he will not play at San José State in 2024, as he originally committed this cycle, but instead will head to Reno.

The news comes after the announcement that Ken Niumatalolo will replace Brent Brennan as head coach at San José State.

Blessed to be committing to The University of Nevada! pic.twitter.com/uH5IL7V3iO
— Chubba Purdy (@chubbapurdy) January 22, 2024

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Purdy played his freshman season at Florida State in 2020 and then redshirted in 2021. He then played two seasons at Nebraska, so he should have two seasons of eligibility remaining.

So far, Purdy has amassed 85 completions on 162 attempts 846 yards, six touchdowns, and seven interceptions. Purdy also showcased his running ability on a few occasions, with 253 yards on the ground and three rushing touchdowns.

Brendon Lewis was Nevada's starting quarterback for final weeks of 2023. He came to Reno after three seasons at Colorado. He rushed for 495 yards and four touchdowns, adding two touchdowns and six interceptions through the air. Purdy would likely be Nevada's new starter, but Lewis could push him for snaps as well.

An Arizona native, Purdy was a four-star prospect coming out of high school. Purdy is also the younger brother of current San Francisco 49ers starting quarterback Brock Purdy.

This article first appeared on FanNation G5 Football Daily and was syndicated with permission.

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