Chad Pennington‘s star quarterback son is following in his footsteps … announcing that he’s committed to Marshall University — his father’s alma mater!!!
Cole Pennington — a 3-star junior QB at Sayre H.S. in Lexington, KY — made the announcement Wednesday via Twitter … saying he’s stoked to join the Herd.
“To be a college student-athlete has always been a dream of mine,” Cole says.
“Thank you, Coach Huff, Coach Cramsey, and the rest of the Marshall Football Staff for giving me this opportunity to say I’m 100% committed to Marshall University!!!! Go Herd!!!”
CP got interest from other schools like Akron, Ball State and Eastern Kentucky … but come on, the dude is destined to take his talents to Huntington!!!
After all, Chad was a legend at MU — he played QB from 1995 to 1999 and holds the Herds record for most passing yards (14,098) and is second all-time in passing TDs (123).
In fact, he was a finalist for the Heisman in ’99.
Chad was selected 18th overall to the NY Jets in 2000 … making 3 playoff appearances for the Green and White. He also had a short stint with the Miami Dolphins before retiring in 2011.
And, get this — Chad got a new gig in retirement … he’s Cole’s football coach at Sayre!!!
“To my parents and brothers, thank you for your unconditional love and being my greatest support,” Cole added.
“Without you, none of this is possible.”