FAMU's Stanley mentors young QB waiting in the wings

TALLAHASSEE, Florida -- As the leader of Florida A&M's football team, quarterback Ryan Stanley wears several hats while serving in this prestigious role.

For some, he's a soundboard for teammates airing out their grievances. For others, he's the engineer to build upon for productivity on offense.

The redshirt junior from Pembroke Pines' Flanagan High also stands as a mentor and de facto assistant coach for quarterbacks learning under him.

Perhaps the person eating the most from this bountiful table of football wisdom is redshirt freshman D.J. Phillips.

The southpaw from Rickards High is currently second on the FAMU depth chart. As a result, he's first in line to receive the knowledge from coach Willie Simmons and Stanley.

"Being the quarterback makes you the face of the team. Guys look up to you in everything you do," said Stanley.



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