Nevada and San Jose State enter Saturday’s football matchup facing significant uncertainty at the quarterback position, as both programs manage injury-related absences. Nevada head coach Jeff Choate stated Monday that his team is preparing for multiple possibilities after both his starter and backup sustained injuries in last week’s game against North Dakota State.
Nevada Quarterback Health Status
The Nevada Wolf Pack is evaluating the health of its top two signal-callers following the loss to North Dakota State. Starter Carter Jones missed the game due to an arm injury, while backup AJ Bianco sustained an ankle injury during the first quarter. Choate reported that he was consulting with head trainer Alfredo Mosquera to determine availability for the upcoming week of practice.
While Jones was held out of practice sessions last week, Choate noted that the staff is monitoring his progress to see if he can resume throwing. Regarding Bianco, Choate described his performance through the injury as "courageous," noting that the backup finished the game despite a noticeable limp. According to Choate, the decision on who starts against San Jose State will depend on medical clearance and which player is most prepared to compete, rather than a permanent change in the depth chart.
San Jose State Quarterback Rotation
San Jose State enters the contest with its own quarterback concerns. Starter Luke Weaver, who leads the Mountain West with 11 touchdown passes this season, missed the team’s 24-11 victory over UTEP last Saturday due to an undisclosed upper-body injury.
In Weaver’s absence, true freshman Daniel Rolovich made his first college start. Rolovich completed 12-of-23 passes for 193 yards and one touchdown while contributing 39 rushing yards. Choate praised the performance of the freshman, citing the game planning of San Jose State offensive coordinator Craig Stutzmann for helping the newcomer maintain poise under pressure.
Quarterback Starter Decision Hinges on Player Health
Who will start for Nevada against San Jose State?
The starter remains undecided. Coach Jeff Choate indicated that the decision rests on the health of Carter Jones and AJ Bianco, with third-stringer Luke Duncan also available as an option.
Why did Daniel Rolovich play for San Jose State last week?
Rolovich started in place of Luke Weaver, who was listed as questionable and ultimately did not play due to an undisclosed upper-body injury.
What is the status of the Nevada quarterback competition?
Choate emphasized that health is the primary factor for the upcoming game. He noted that Carter Jones remains the starter based on his performance in training camp, while AJ Bianco has earned respect for his toughness and competitiveness during recent appearances.
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