Coming out of the bullpen and delivering a sensational outing in a relief role last week, UH right-hander Greg Alexander earned the starting job for tomorrow's game at Utah State. After platooning starter Inoke Funaki and Tyler Graunke at QB, head coaach Greg McMackin opted to give Alexander a shot against Nevada.
The junior JC transfer delivered in a big way. Alexander completed 17 of 22 pass attempts for 205, including a game-winning 24-yarder to Malcolm Lane with 20 seconds left, in a 38-31 win over the Wolfpack. As an extra reward, Alexander was named WAC player of the week for his efforts.
Funaki, who has started six games this season, will also play against the Aggies, according to McMackin. An offensive package has been designed for Funaki, who is a more talented runner than he is a passer. But Alexander showed he could run the ball a bit, as well, against Nevada.
In another position-related development, the versatile Ryan Mouton will start at slot back after making five catches for 58 yards last week. Mouton's, the team's standout starting free safety, is now scheduled for 10 to 15 snaps as a nickel back in selected situations.
UH is a seven-point favorite on the road against a Utah State team that last week suffered a difficult 30-28 loss to visiting Fresno State on a 58-yard field goal as time expired.
UH will remain on the mainland following Saturday's game, traveling to El Paso to prepare for next week's game against New Mexico State, located 42 miles up the road.
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