Fresno State has named veteran transfer E.J. Warner the team's starting quarterback, sources told ESPN.

Warner, the son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Kurt Warner, emerged from a three-man battle and will be Fresno State's Week 0 starter at Kansas on Aug. 23.

Warner started 31 games at both Temple and Rice over the past three seasons, according to ESPN Research. He brings extensive experience, as he has thrown for 8,814 yards, 58 touchdowns and 37 interceptions.

He emerged from a quarterback battle with Sacramento State transfer Carson Conklin and sophomore Jayden Mandal . Warner's experience, consistency and leadership helped him capture the starting job. Sources also indicated a strong conviction in the quarterback room has emerged at Fresno, with a belief the team can win

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