Former Alabama QB Eli Holstein is reportedly a starter for a Power 4 program.
Holstein transferred to Pittsburgh ahead of the 2024 season. ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported Thursday, citing sources, that Holstein will be QB1 for the Panthers to begin the season.
Pitt to start Alabama transfer Eli Holstein at QB, per ESPN sources. Full story here, including how he’ll fit in new OC Kade Bell’s hyper tempo offense. https://t.co/I1kdHX3Zjg
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) August 29, 2024
Holstein spent a season at Alabama, but did not log any playing time. Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi has publicly stated that both Holstein and veteran Nate Yarnell should play against Kent State.
Out of Zachary (Louisiana) High School, Holstein was a sought-after recruit. He was rated 4-stars, the No. 5 Louisiana product, No. 8 quarterback and No. 88 prospect overall in the Class of 2023 on the 247Sports Composite.
Holstein picked up scholarship offers from 24 programs, including Arkansas, Auburn, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, LSU, Miami, Mississippi State, Ohio State, Oregon, Penn State, South Carolina and Texas A&M. Holstein was a December early signee for Nick Saban’s staff, opting to enroll early at Alabama.
At Pitt, Holstein lands an intriguing opportunity. Narduzzi has brought in Kade Bell as the Panthers’ new offensive coordinator. Bell comes from Western Carolina, a program that finished top 5 in the FCS ranks in total offense, passing offense and scoring.
Pitt vs. Kent State is set for noon ET on Saturday, airing on ESPNU.
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