After a long ongoing battle for the quarterback position, head coach Blake Anderson has decided to name the experienced transfer QB from Northern Illinois and Illinois as his starter.

Blake Anderson saw an encouraging step from Ethan Hampton during Tuesday's practice as Southern Miss continues to get closer to a starting QB decision.

The Golden Eagles have some starting spots accounted for ahead of Saturday's season opener, but several competitions will continue throughout the week.

Who takes the first snap at quarterback? Which five offensive linemen will emerge? And can Southern Miss' camp standouts deliver when the games count? Those are among the biggest burning questions the Golden Eagles still face.

Golden Eagles head coach Blake Anderson wants to make the correct choice when it comes to selecting a starting quarterback, but to be sure about that, he'll need Ethan Hampton completely healthy again.

Talent will matter, but Anderson believes the Golden Eagles' ability to further develop strong player leadership could ultimately determine their ceiling.

The Southern Miss quarterback injured his throwing hand in the Golden Eagles' scrimmage over the weekend, but he avoided structural damage.

The Golden Eagles finished their first full week of fall camp on Saturday. Here are our biggest notes and takeaways from the day.