Quarterback Zach Calzada adopting low-key strategy as he prepares for Saturday's showdown against Toledo in Kentucky
Zach Calzada, a veteran quarterback with experience from Auburn, Texas A&M, and Incarnate Word, is set to make his debut as Kentucky's starting quarterback in the season opener against Toledo.
Bush Hamdan, Kentucky's offensive coordinator, has a game plan for the quarterback position, and Calzada is ready to adhere to it. Hamdan praises Calzada's contagious personality, which made a significant impact during the recruiting process.
Calzada is considered a leader who brings people together. He believes the team needs to do their job, play within the system, run the ball, and execute to win. Calzada compares himself to Clark Kent, suggesting he will be Superman when needed on the field.
The Kentucky coaching staff was impressed with Calzada's track record on the field. In his debut last season at Incarnate Word, Calzada threw for 205 yards and a pair of touchdowns in a 28-7 win over Northern Colorado.
Toledo is a Mid-American Conference favourite, and the game between the two teams will take place at Kroger Field. The game is scheduled for 12:45 p.m. on Saturday.
Fans can catch the action on the UK Radio Network and SEC Network. Calzada, however, is taking a low-key approach going into his debut, stating he is just excited and ready for the opportunity.
Bush Hamdan believes it's important to pick and choose battles and decide when to be aggressive. Calzada emphasises the importance of taking completions and not trying to do too much. Calzada is seen as a hard worker by the Kentucky coaching staff, and his calm demeanour suggests he is ready to lead the team to victory.
