In his high school career, Chriss completed 183 of his 339 pass attempts for 2,954 yards, 45 touchdowns and six interceptions.

[1] Chriss was rated as a three-star recruit and committed to play college football at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette over offers from Memphis, San Diego State, Appalachian State, South Alabama, Army, Air Force, Miami (OH) and William & Mary.

[5] During a game against Texas State, Chriss went for five out of six passing attempts for 84 yards and a touchdown to win and help the Ragin' Cajuns become bowl eligible.

[8] Chriss made his debut as a starting quarterback against Buffalo where he completed 22 out of 29 passing attempts for 249 yards, a touchdown and two interceptions.

[9] While playing against Arkansas State during the fourth quarter, he unfortunately suffered a broken fibula which had him sit out for the rest of the season.