TCU will start hometown hero Ken Seals at quarterback for the Alamo Bowl against No. 16 USC after Josh Hoover entered the transfer portal. Tight ends coach Mitch Kirsch takes over play-calling, and star receiver Eric McAlister chose to play, backing Seals and the team.
The TCU Horned Frogs are preparing for the Alamo Bowl against No. 16 Southern California with a new look at quarterback and offensive coordinator. Senior quarterback Ken Seals, a Vanderbilt transfer and local product, will get the start for his hometown team after former starter Josh Hoover, a record-setting passer, opted to enter the transfer portal. This unexpected change comes less than two weeks before the bowl game. Adding to the adjustments, tight ends coach Mitch Kirsch will assume play-calling duties following the departure of offensive coordinator Kendal Briles. Despite these significant personnel shifts, AP All-America wide receiver Eric McAlister, a top NFL draft prospect, has committed to playing in the Alamo Bowl, demonstrating strong support for Seals and his teammates. Meanwhile, USC quarterback Jayden Maiava has confirmed he will return for his senior season and will lead the Trojans in the bowl game.
