– Percy’s father. Former QB who never made it past Division II. Now a bitter, drunk grain elevator operator. His redemption comes late in the story when he attends a game sober for the first time in years.
– Grizzled, old-school head coach on the hot seat. Initially dismissive of Percy, but gradually respects his unorthodox instincts. His arc: learning to trust youth and creativity over rigid systems. percy west the rookie
“Percy West. Quarterback. Walk-on.”