UTEP's quarterback shuffle continues as two former starters, Malachi Nelson and Skyler Locklear, have made their next moves in college football, committing to new schools post-transfer portal frenzy. As reported by KFOX-TV, Nelson will bring his talents to Syracuse Orange, while Locklear is set to join Missouri State. Nelson, who has now navigated the transfer portal for the third time, finished his stint at UTEP with 1,163 yards and eight touchdowns but struggled with turnovers that cost the Miners games.
Meanwhile, as shared by KVIA, Locklear's tenure at UTEP culminated with 1,418 passing yards and a record-setting performance on the ground for a UTEP quarterback. The moves leave UTEP with a significant void in its quarterback room and questions about the direction of the offense. In a season marred by rotation and inconsistency at the quarterback position, the Miners are facing a crucial period of rebuilding and reevaluation of their offensive strategy.
Nelson, originally a five-star recruit and the No. 1 overall player according to his high school rankings, now jumps into a competitive situation at Syracuse. The team is bolstering its quarterback room with multiple transfer commits, including Nelson, who is expected to compete for the starting position. Despite a less-than-stellar performance that saw only two wins for UTEP in the previous season, Nelson's potential remains noteworthy. "ESPN's Pete Thamel said that he believes the 6-foot-3, 193-pound Nelson is prepared to compete for the starting job at the 'Cuse," reports Inside The Loud House.
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