In a statement, head coach Gene Chizik announced that junior Barrett Trotter has won the three-way battle for the starting quarterback job and will be under center when the defending BcS champions open the season Sept. 3 against Utah State. Trotter bested both sophomore Clint Moseley and freshman Kiehl Frazier in the race to fill — or attempt to fill — Newton’s massive shoes.
The school released a statement on the naming of Trotter as his starter.
“Barrett has worked extremely hard to earn the starting quarterback job at Auburn University,” Chizik said. “I’m very proud of him for the leadership and hard work he has shown not only during camp, but also during his three years at Auburn. Barrett has a great opportunity to represent and lead this football team moving forward. Barrett understands the huge responsibility that comes with being the starting quarterback at Auburn and we are confident in his ability to lead this team.
“These decisions are extremely tough when dealing with such competitive young men who have a strong desire to excel. Clint Moseley and Kiehl Frazier worked very hard and it’s been a great competition that will make our young team better. Clint and Kiehl both have a lot of ability and will continue to improve. We look forward to watching their progress as the years go on.”
It’s long been believed that Trotter, based on his experience, had held the slightest of advantages over his younger competitors.
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