QB Vercher commits to Sacramento State 

All year, quarterback Jihad Vercher (Los Angeles/Salesian) simply controlled what he was able to control. Facing constant questions about his 5-foot-11, 198-pound frame, Vercher spent this past offseason impressing everybody who saw him with his arm strength and touch.

While programs were slow to offer Vercher because of concerns about his size, the senior quarterback led his team to an 11-2 record this fall as he completed 62 percent of his passes for 2,128 yards and 21 touchdowns against four interceptions, and rushed for 901 yards and 15 scores.

Offers from Army and Idaho were eventually extended, but on Tuesday, Vercher received one from Sacramento State that quickly put an end to his recruitment.

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