The Washington Huskies have lost their starting quarterback just a couple months prior to the start of the 2015 season. Cyler Miles, who started 12 games as a third-year sophomore last season, had dealt with hip issues dating back to his high school years.
Based largely on the opinion of doctors, the young man decided that extending his playing career just wasn’t worth his long-term health.
In announcing his decision to retire, Miles had this to say:
“I am grateful to Coach Petersen and his staff for all the opportunities I have been given here at Washington,” Miles said on Monday, via the school’s official website. “I am disappointed that my hip injuries will not allow me to continue playing, but I am committed to earning my UW degree and will leave the program with many great friendships and valuable lessons learned.”
It’s a tough blow for both the quarterback and his team.
Miles completed 66 percent of his passes for almost 2,400 yards with 17 touchdowns compared to four interceptions last season. He led Washington to an 8-6 record an an appearance in the Cactus Bowl.
With Miles now out of the equation, Washington may turn to freshman four-star recruit Jake Browning a little earlier than anticipated. Rivals.com graded Browning out as the third-best pro-style quarterback recruit this year.
Per NCAA rules, Miles will be allowed to finish his academic career at Washington on scholarship.
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