Luke Fickell on QB2: ‘I don’t know that we’ll ever designate who is the No. 2’
The Badgers head coach gave his thoughts on the QB2 battle between Ryan Hopkins and Deuce Adams.
As the Wisconsin Badgers prepare for their Week 1 game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, head coach Luke Fickell has revealed that they have yet to designate a backup quarterback to starting Colt Joseph. Throughout fall camp, Louisville transfer Deuce Adams and four-star true freshman Ryan Hopkins have been competing for the No. 2 position.
While the Badgers will have a depth chart posted for the game, it remains uncertain if they will officially name a backup quarterback. Fickell himself admits they might not designate a clear No. 2, stating, "I don’t know that we’ll ever designate who is the No. 2." He explains that both Adams and Hopkins are still being given reps and that they want to provide both players with opportunities to compete and grow.
Fickell emphasizes that the coaching staff wants to ensure both players have a chance to earn the starting role, rather than arbitrarily switching between them based on game situations. This approach allows the young quarterbacks to develop their skills and gain valuable experience, which could prove crucial for the Badgers if they face any quarterback injuries during the season.
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