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“It’s still such a new game for me. I’m just trying to get better and just continuing to get comfortable with everything.”

Streveler’s journey to Winnipeg is an interesting one.

He was a quarterback in the Chicago land area during his high school years, but didn’t draw a lot of NCAA interest, ultimately accepting a scholarship to the University of Minnesota.

After redshirting his first season, Streveler appeared in five games as a freshman, including one start.

But during his sophomore season, Streveler was looking for a way to get onto the field and when it seemed evident that wasn’t going to happen at quarterback, he decided to showcase his versatility – lining up at wide receiver, tight end and running back, fullback and working on special teams during one practice.

Eventually, that led to a position switch, a temporary one as it turns out.

“I really liked playing receiver. I enjoyed being able to go out there and use my athleticism,” said Streveler. “It’s such a different skill set. Looking back on that experience, it helped me have a better perspective when I’m out there at quarterback. I understand what those guys are going through a little bit.”

Streveler earned his Masters degree in sports management at the University of Minnesota and decided to transfer to the University of South Dakota for his final two seasons of eligibility so he could move back behind centre.

It turns out that move was a wise one.

As a senior last season, Streveler put together an impressive season, setting 20 program records, including single-season passing yards (4,134) and total offence (4,854) while accounting for 43 touchdowns (32 passing and 11 rushing) while committing only eight turnovers on 481 pass attempts and 168 rushes.