JC French to quarterback for Georgia Southern season opener

STATESBORO, Ga. (WSAV) – Redshirt sophomore JC French has been named the starting quarterback for Georgia Southern football’s season opener.

“We are excited to announce that JC French has been named our starting quarterback heading into the 2024 season opener against Boise State,” said head coach Clay Helton said.

“This decision comes after careful consideration and evaluation of his performance and leadership both on and off the field,” he continued. “After a highly competitive fall camp, JC has earned the opportunity to lead our team on August 31st.”

French played in 10 games last season as the Eagles’ No. 2 quarterback.

The Roswell native was rated the No. 21 dual-threat quarterback in the country coming out of Blessed Trinity Catholic by ESPN.com and redshirted in 2022 while at Memphis.

The Eagles’ opener is set at home against Boise State on Saturday, Aug. 31, at 4 p.m.