10 former college football standouts who’ll impact American Alliance of Football

9. Trevor Knight, QB, Arizona Hotshots

Joining Wright on the offensive side of the ball for the Hotshots is quarterback Trevor Knight, a product of Texas A&M.

As many could recall, Knight only spent one season with the Aggies as a graduate transfer after completing the previous three seasons at Oklahoma.

While Knight’s numbers aren’t enormous or awe-inspiring, he bookended his college career with arguably his best season –– throwing for 2,432 yards and 19 touchdowns complemented by 10 rushing touchdowns.

Unlike his teammate in Wright who was drafted in the late rounds, Knight actually went undrafted but was later picked up by the Arizona Cardinals.

He was in contention to make the roster but was cut by the team after being edged out by three other quarterbacks on the roster.

Nonetheless, Knight will have the opportunity for his shot come next month when he will play for the Hotshots.

He was actually supposed to be on the San Antonio Commanders after being “assigned” to them. Although, he was not designated as protected by the team, thus opening up the potential for him to be drafted.

Later, he was drafted by the Hotshots with the No. 6 overall pick –– perhaps a testament to his skill set.

While Knight wasn’t the most accurate or prolific passer in college, he showed how effective he could be on the ground.

He is expected to be a quarterback in the AFF but with a growing trend of quarterbacks converting to other positions (like a wide receiver), there could be a future in the NFL for Knight even if he doesn’t pursue playing quarterback.