Well-traveled Robby Ashford has been named the starting quarterback at Wake Forest, according to multiple reports on Sunday.

Demon Deacons coach Jake Dickert reportedly announced the news to the team.

Ashford, a former starter at Auburn, beat out DeShawn Purdie for the gig.

Wake Forest opens the season on Friday night against visiting Kennesaw State.

Ashford is at his fourth school on a journey that began at Oregon, moved to Auburn and continued at South Carolina. He transferred to Wake Forest in January.

Ashford, a four-star recruit, didn't make any appearances in his two seasons with the Ducks (2020-21) before he departed for Auburn. He was the main starter in 2022 when he passed for 1,613 yards, seven touchdowns and seven interceptions. He also rushed for 710 yards and seven scores

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