Caitlyn Griffin

STATESBORO – As fall camp comes to a close, Georgia Southern's coordinators – and – each identified two to three players who stood out throughout camp and positioned themselves for impactful seasons in 2026.

As fall camp comes to a close, Georgia Southern's coordinators – Ryan Aplin , Mike Mutz and Blake Wilson – each identified two to three players who stood o

STATESBORO – For most of his football career, has felt like he was playing catch-up. Now, as Georgia Southern prepares to open the 2026 season, the fifth-year running back finally finds himself at the front of the line.

STATESBORO – For seventh-year quarterback , his final stop in college football is about more than what he can bring to the field. It is about finding a place that will pour into him – not only as a quarterback who can help Georgia Southern succeed but as a person.

STATESBORO – For defensive tackle , football has always been about one thing: loving the game.

STATESBORO – For second-year and sixth-year , the path to becoming leaders along Georgia Southern's offensive line started in different places.

A year ago, second-year receiver Jeremiah Ware was learning the college game from the sidelines. After redshirting his freshman season and spending countless hours learning from the veterans in Georgia Southern's wide receiver room, Ware entered his second year with a different role, and a chance to prove he could be counted on.

STATESBORO – For sixth-year tight end , the path to becoming a veteran leader in the Eagles' locker room was anything but straightforward.

STATESBORO – For fifth-year outside linebacker , becoming a defensive force at Georgia Southern began with a position change he never expected to make.

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