Cincinnati coach Scott Satterfield has announced that Indiana transfer Brendan Sorsby will be the starting quarterback for the season opener against Towson on Aug. 31. Sorsby, a third-year player, secured the position over Brady Lichtenberg and freshman Samaj Jones, a highly-regarded recruit.

Satterfield praised Sorsby, mentioning his hard work in learning the offense and his ability to make impactful plays on the field. The coach emphasized Sorsby’s earned respect from his teammates, highlighting the importance of various factors in being selected as the starting quarterback. Sorsby, who previously played for the Hoosiers and started seven games, threw for 1,587 yards and 15 touchdowns in the 2023 season.

Under Satterfield’s leadership, Cincinnati had a 3-9 record in 2023, marking his first season with the team. The upcoming season opener against Towson will be a new opportunity for the team to showcase its potential under the guidance of Sorsby as the starting quarterback.