.Pete Thamel, ESPNAug 31, 2024, 08:00 AM ETNorthwestern is slated to start Mike Wright at quarterback Saturday against Miami (Ohio), sources told ESPN, creating it the 3rd electrical power meeting program where he has actually been actually a starter.Wright played at Mississippi State in 2023 as well as Vanderbilt from 2020 to 2022 just before getting to Northwestern. He had actually been participated in a close competitors along with redshirt student Port Lausch during the course of instruction camp.Wright's knowledge and also convenience were eye-catching to Northwestern coaches. Train David Braun produced a brand new offensive coordinator this year, Zach Lujan, and also Northwestern will certainly have a makeover on offense. Wright's adventure, adaptability and also potential to run the ball impended as think about the decision.Wright has 14 begin again his occupation and played in 39 total activities. He started three games at Mississippi Condition last year as well as 11 during the course of his time at Vanderbilt.In his career, Wright has actually thrown for 2,520 yards and also 24 touchdowns. He is actually likewise rushed for 1,229 yards and 10 touchdowns.In former quarterback Ben Bryant's ultimate year of qualifications in 2023, Northwestern went 8-5 as well as defeat Utah in the Sin City Bowl. That season safeguarded the permanent mentoring job for Braun, who was an acting instructor throughout the 2023 season.Northwestern profits 76% of its defensive creation, the absolute most in college soccer. The Wildcats finished No. 35 in complete defense as well as No. 121 in total offense.They are going to experience a Miami group that succeeded the MAC in 2023.