Breaking down McCae Hillstead’s struggles and future with Utah State this season | Sports
Almost exactly three years ago, McCae Hillstead was subbed in at quarterback for Utah State during the fourth quarter in what was eventually a 78-28 win for the Aggies over Idaho State. He would take the final snaps in a victory he played little role in. This past Saturday, Hillstead was subbed out during the fourth quarter of USU’s loss to the same Idaho State team. He would watch from the sidelines as his teammates tried to salvage a victory after it became clear Hillstead couldn’t deliver that. Long story short, it would be an understatement to say that Hillstead did not perform to expectations in his return debut for Utah State. It’s almost never fair nor prudent to pin the blame of a loss in gridiron football onto one person. More than 60 Aggies stepped onto the field at some point for a live snap. Every one of them, plus all of the coaches on the sidelines, took a share of the shame for Saturday home with them that night. Hillstead’s share feels larger for a couple of reasons. For one, he plays quarterback. It’s a position that takes an extra portion of the credit when things go well