Penn State fans — it's time to meet Connor Barry.
With Rocco Becht limited and Alex Manske now heading to surgery and out for spring — Barry just became the most important quarterback on the practice field.
Here is who he is.
He started at Appalachian State. Transferred to Christopher Newport in Virginia. Started 22 games. Threw for 5,561 yards and 55 touchdowns.
Last season he led Christopher Newport to its first ever undefeated regular season. 10-0. Second in the entire country in passing efficiency. Division III All-American. Gagliardi Trophy semifinalist — the Division III Heisman.
When he committed to Penn State he said "I believe in what Penn State is building right now with Coach Campbell and the staff. It's a high level program with a strong culture."
Nobody came to Happy Valley expecting Connor Barry to matter this much this fast.
But here we are. Day two of spring practice. The backup is in surgery. The starter is limited.
And a Division III All-American who went 10-0 last year is running the first team offense at Penn State.
Campbell specifically sought an experienced veteran for this room. Barry was that pick.
Turns out Campbell may have made that call at exactly the right time.
Spring practice just got a lot more interesting.
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