There is still no decision on a starting quarterback at UNI as Todd Stepsis gets ready for his first season as head coach. Aiden Dunne, Matthew Schecklman and Jaxon Dailey are all competing for the starting job.

Stepsis has said it is possible they will use more than one quarterback.

Stepsis is ushering in a new era but he is embracing a rich history that has seen UNI make 22 appearances in the FCS playoffs, but none since 2021.

Stepsis likes the roster but the schedule is challenging. The Missouri Valley Football Conference has four of the top six ranked teams in the FCS preseason top 25.

The Panthers were 3-9 in the final season under long-time coach Mark Farley. They open August 30th at home against Butler.