The Southwestern Athletic Conference Western Division champions will be adding a new weapon to help them defend their title.
Prairie View A&M head football coach Bubba McDowell confirmed to HBCU Legends’ Kyle. T Mosley that former Montana quarterback Clifton McDowell has committed to the Panther program.
2779 total yards 22 Touchdowns 4 Ints
11-1 As Starter
2023 Big Sky Conference Champion
2023 Big Sky Newcomer of the Year
Big Sky player of the week (11/4)
2x National Offensive player of the Week
Longest Touchdown in School History
Single season rushing record (QB ) pic.twitter.com/Jhi3uRSmmb— Clifton McDowell™️ (@_Cliff10) April 5, 2024
McDowell, a 6-foot-4, 225 graduate student, was 11-1 as the Grizzlies’ starting quarterback, totaling 2779 yards and accounting for 22 touchdowns. Under his leadership, Montana advanced to the FCS national championship game, losing to South Dakota State 23-3.
The Panthers were led by Trazon Connley under center last year, winning the SWAC West and participating in the conference championship game, where they lost to Celebration Bowl champion Florida A&M 35-14. Connley completed 55 percent of his passes for 2063 yards and 9 touchdowns for PVAMU.
