Kia'i Keone gives Northern Colorado a mobile, battle-tested quarterback with upside
In the 2024 season, Kia'i Keone showed he can handle volume and create off-script, throwing for 796 yards and a touchdown while adding 182 rushing yards and two scores for Northern Colorado. His best outing came against No. 3 Montana State, where he posted career highs with 247 passing yards, a 134.6 quarterback rating, and a touchdown while distributing the ball to 10 different receivers, which hints at poise and field vision. At 5-foot-11, he is more dual-threat craft than prototype size, making him a fit for a staff that values mobility, toughness, and improvisation.
