Eddie McGee Matures As Backup Quarterback Premium Story

Eddie McGee (Holly Smith)
Eddie McGee (Holly Smith)
By Jack Lyman
InsideIllini.com staff
Date: Aug 31, 2009

One of the most difficult jobs in football is the backup quarterback. He must prepare every week to lead his team's offense even though he may never get into the game. Fighting Illini quarterback Eddie McGee is as familiar with the role as anyone could be, but he continues to improve. When he gets into a game, there's minimal dropoff.

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