Carter Jones will take the opening snap of the 2026 season as the Nevada Wolf Pack’s starting quarterback, a move confirmed by head coach Jeff Choate after a thorough assessment of the roster.
Choate made it clear that the team’s primary objective is winning, a standard that shaped the decision to favor Jones over contenders Luke Duncan and AJ Bianco.
The sophomore’s physical transformation is evident; he added roughly 15 pounds since last year and has sharpened his passing accuracy, building on a freshman campaign in which he completed 110 of 171 attempts for 1,109 yards and six touchdowns.
Leadership and Expectations
Veteran players have praised Jones for his calm demeanor in the huddle, describing him as a natural leader who can keep the offense steady under pressure.
The Wolf Pack open on September 5 against Western Kentucky, a home matchup that pits the team against a top‑ranked opponent, and the schedule includes several additional home games that could shape the season’s momentum.