Southern Miss celebrated the recognition of four players named to the PFN Preseason All-Sun Belt team as they entered the fifth day of fall camp. Luke Rogers and AJ Little earned second-team honors, while Broderick Roman and Kelby Hampton made the third team, highlighting their significant contributions to last season's success. Rogers and Roman played 25 games collectively, with Roman starting all 13 and transitioning positions to enhance the offensive line. Little, now a wide receiver after transferring, had an impressive performance at Chattanooga, and Hampton shined in defensive roles as a freshman last season. The team is gearing up for its Sept. 5 season opener against Alcorn State.

By the Numbers
  • Roman started all 13 games last season and played at center and right guard.
  • Little caught 27 passes for 345 yards and led in punt returns with 123 yards.
Yes, But

Despite the accolades received, the team must overcome the pressure of maintaining and improving upon last year's performance, especially given the league's competitive landscape. Additionally, new players like Little and Hampton must quickly adapt to their roles to ensure ongoing success.

State of Play
  • The Golden Eagles are currently in their fifth practice session of fall camp.
  • The team's season opener against Alcorn State is set for September 5 at 4 p.m.
What's Next

As Southern Miss continues fall camp practices, focused preparations will determine their readiness for the opening game. Expectations will be high for the newly recognized players to deliver strong performances right from the start.

Bottom Line

The Golden Eagles鈥� early recognition is a strong indicator of their potential this season, but tangible results on the field will be key for validating these accolades. Continued teamwork and the integration of new talent will be crucial to achieving their season goals.