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Boise State spring focuses on Moore’s replacement

The Columbian
Published: March 12, 2012, 5:00pm

BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Boise State coach Chris Petersen’s search for the successor to Kellen Moore is officially under way.

The Broncos started spring drills this week, and topping the agenda for Petersen and the rest of his staff is finding a new quarterback.

That hasn’t been an issue in Boise for the last several years thanks to Moore’s record-setting career. As a four-year starter, Moore won 50 games and compiled statistics that made him one of the best passers in college football history.

Petersen says he’s entering spring workouts with an open mind about the four candidates vying for the starting job.

Contenders include junior Joe Southwick — Moore’s main backup last season — and freshman Nick Patti, a highly touted recruit from Florida.

There are also gaps on the defensive line and secondary.

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