Redshirt sophomore JC French has been named the starting quarterback for the Georgia Southern football team's season opener, as announced Tuesday by head coach Clay Helton.
"We are excited to announce that JC French has been named our starting quarterback heading into the 2024 season opener against Boise State," Helton said. "This decision comes after careful consideration and evaluation of his performance and leadership both on and off the field. After a highly competitive fall camp, JC has earned the opportunity to lead our team on August 31st."
A native of Roswell, Georgia, French played in 10 games last season as the Eagles' No. 2 quarterback. He completed 13 of 16 passes (81%) for 122 yards and a touchdown with one interception and also ran the ball 14 times for 48 yards.
French was rated the No. 21 dual threat quarterback in the country coming out of Blessed Trinity Catholic by ESPN.com and redshirted in 2022 while at Memphis.
Georgia Southern opens the 2024 season at home against Boise State on Aug. 31 at 4 p.m. Tickets are available at GSEagles.com/tickets.