Quinn Ewers will face a massive test early in his freshman season when Texas hosts Alabama this Saturday.
In his Longhorns debut, the five-star recruit completed 16 of 24 pass attempts for 225 yards, two touchdowns, and a pick. Texas stormed to a 52-10 win over UL Monroe, but Steve Sarkisian’s club faces a far tougher opponent in Week 2.
Per 247Sports’ Charlie Potter, Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban complimented Ewers ahead of their upcoming encounter.
“He’s a very, very talented passer,” Saban said of Ewers. “He’s got a very good feel for the game. He’s got a strong arm.”
Per Alabama broadcaster Roger Hoover, Saban also said Ewers “played extremely well” in his first collegiate appearance.
The class of 2022’s top prospect could make a major statement against Alabama, which opened the season with a 55-0 shutout over Utah State.
Ewers could also experience some growing pains against a dominant defense led by linebacker Will Anderson Jr.. The Crimson Tide allowed just 57 passing yards during a wire-to-wire win.
FOX will televise Saturday’s game between Alabama and Texas at noon.