Jacob Huesman wanted the opportunity to prove himself as a quarterback at the NFL level.
He’s going to get that chance.
The former University of Tennessee at Chattanooga standout who set 10 school records has been invited to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ rookie minicamp this coming Friday through Sunday.
The 6-foot-1, 226-pounder finished his UTC career with 12,248 yards of total offense, ranking third in Southern Conference history. His 107 total touchdowns – 43 rushing, 64 passing – also rank third.
“It’s a great opportunity,” Huesman said Saturday by phone. “It’s just on a tryout basis, but an opportunity is an opportunity and I’m very thankful that they liked me well enough to bring me in.”