Mizzou QB Franklin the biggest Big 12 debut
Source: Big 12 Football Blog - Aug 31, 2011 at 10:18 AM
We're taking a look around at the biggest debuts in college football today, and though Missouri's Week 1 opponent doesn't jump off the marquee, James Franklin's debut will have a profound impact on the Big 12 race.
Miami (Ohio) will be our first long look at the Tigers quarterback charged with replacing NFL first-round draft pick Blaine Gabbert.
Since taking over as the starter following Tyler Gabbert's post-spring transfer, his teammates have lauded the sophomore's touch passing, ability to pick up the offense and his growing leadership.
"I feel really prepared," Franklin told ESPN.com in a recent interview. "I know the offense a
Miami (Ohio) will be our first long look at the Tigers quarterback charged with replacing NFL first-round draft pick Blaine Gabbert.
Since taking over as the starter following Tyler Gabbert's post-spring transfer, his teammates have lauded the sophomore's touch passing, ability to pick up the offense and his growing leadership.
"I feel really prepared," Franklin told ESPN.com in a recent interview. "I know the offense a
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