Captain's Log 8/10 - Defensive Depth Chart Musings

There are several ongoing position battles in fall camp on both sides of the ball, but as we close out the second week things have started to become a little clearer about which players might be the first ones on the field when week 1 rolls around.

We'll go through who we would project to start if there was a game Saturday, and then break down who is else is most likely to push for that starting spot based on camp performances thus far.

Defensive End

Starters: Rondell Bothroyd, R. Mason Thomas

In the mix: Trace Ford, PJ Adebawore, Ethan Downs

Defensive Tackle

Starters: Isaiah Coe, Da'Jon Terry

In the mix: Jonah Laulu, Gracen Halton

Cheetah

Starter: Dasan McCullough

In the mix: Justin Harrington

Linebacker

Starters: Jaren Kanak, Danny Stutsman

In the mix: Kobie McKinzie, Kip Lewis, Connor Near

Cornerback

Starters: Woodi Washington, Gentry Williams

In the mix: Jasiah Wagoner

Strong Safety

Starter: Billy Bowman

In the mix: Peyton Bowen

Free Safety

Starter: Reggie Pearson

In the mix: Key Lawrence