Davey O’Brien Foundation names Week 8 Great 8 quarterbacks

The Davey O’Brien Foundation has announced the Great 8 quarterbacks for Week 8 of the college football season.

University of Delaware quarterback Nick Minicucci earned a spot on the list and qualified for the Davey O’Brien Award Midseason Watchlist. Minicucci recently led the Blue & Gold to a 61-38 victory over Missouri State, where he recorded five passing touchdowns and a rushing score. His performance moved him into sixth place on Delaware’s all-time career passing yards list.

University of Memphis quarterback Marcus Stokes was also named to the Great 8 for the second time this season. Stokes contributed to a 41-34 overtime win against East Carolina, accounting for all five of Memphis’ touchdowns. He currently ranks in the top 10 nationally in several categories, including passing efficiency, passing touchdowns, and passing yards.