Albany State’s quarterback battle down to Stephon Masha and Kelias Williams

ALBANY, Georgia — With a year of application in the books, Albany State head coach Gabe Giardina now has higher expectations of his offense, particularly his starting quarterback. While he hasn’t officially named who that will be, it’s down to two candidates Giardina is very high on.

Sophomore Kelias Williams is ready to take snaps under center if called upon. Williams made his collegiate debut in one of the biggest games of the season and made the most of it as he was named an MVP of the Fountain City Classic where ASU defeated Fort Valley State 34-9. In that game, Williams finished 12-of-22 for 141 yards, one passing touchdown and two rushing TDs.

Williams is a former Thomas County Central standout.

“All season long I was trying to learn the offense and when I got my chance, I had been soaking it all in and just did what I was taught, basically,” Williams said about his performance.

Graduate transfer Stephon Masha is healthy and also ready to suit up under center for the Rams. Masha transferred from Liberty University and is a graduate of South Cobb in Austell.

Giardina said both bring exactly what the team needs to the table, and he’s confident that no matter who he ultimately decides to go with they will put the team in a position to win.

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