“Cutter deserves an opportunity”
In the aftermath of a frustrating 30-23 loss to Ole Miss, Head Coach Mark Stoops didn’t just open the door to a quarterback controversy, he took a full can of gasoline and dumped it on the fire.
With a few stunning, candid comments, Stoops publicly signaled that a change could be imminent at the most important position on the field, creating a debate that will now dominate the conversation in Lexington. It’s notable because Stoops is about as conservative in press conferences as he is on the field.
An offense in search of a spark
The backdrop for this controversy is an offense that has looked stagnant and inefficient through two games. Under starter Zach Calzada, the passing attack has struggled to generate any rhythm or explosive plays.
Through his two starts this season, Calzada’s statistics paint a grim picture: he has completed just 25 of 53 passes (47%) for 234 yards, with zero touchdowns and one interception. While he’s added a rushing touchdown, the lack of a downfield threat has been glaring…