Stanford Names Josh Nunes as Starting Quarterback

In the wake of two-time Heisman Trophy finalist Andrew Luck's departure to the NFL, the Stanford Cardinal have been looking for their new starting quarterback.

Head coach David Shaw has been overseeing a position battle between junior Josh Nunes and sophomore Brett Nottingham. While Nottingham was considered the favorite heading into fall camp, Nunes has been awarded the starting job, according to SFGate.com.

This is somewhat surprising considering the fact that Nottingham was the primary backup to Luck last season. The sophomore saw action in six different games, attempting eight passes, while Nunes never saw the field in 2011.

In fact, Nunes has only attempted two passes in his entire three years at Stanford.

Despite that inexperience, Shaw remains optimistic and seems confident in his decision.

"Josh has been the most consistent," Shaw said. "It's not just about throwing the ball. We need to be able to change plays at the line of scrimmage."

Nunes will see his first action as a starter when the Cardinal open the 2012 season at home on Friday, August 31 against San Jose State.

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