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With preseason workouts only weeks away, fans of the Lions football team will finally start to see how the team will play next season. “We got some new guys in there,” said head coach Ron Roberts in an interview with lionsports.net almost a month after the Spring Game. “We got them acclimated to what we’re doing.” Most people will look for the big name on the roster and will have to go no further than the Oregon Ducks transfer Bryan Bennett. The 6-foot-3-inch quarterback from Encino, Calif. played well in Southeastern’s Spring Game, throwing for 207 yards and a touchdown. Returning running back Rasheed Harrell also featured well in the Spring Game, rushing for 53 yards and a touchdown. Along with Bennett, the Lions signed two other FBS transfers, defensive back Devante Davis (North Texas) and running back Kody Sutton (Wyoming). Read more: http://www.lionsroarnews.com/sports/fall-practice-approaching-for-lions-1.3048695#.UeWvG23OBEM

HAMMOND Southeastern Louisiana University head football coach Ron Roberts announced Wednesday that defensive back and Baton Rouge native Devante Davis has transferred from the University of North Texas and will play for the Lions in the 2013 season. Davis, who will have three years of eligibility remaining, enrolled at Southeastern and attended the first day of classes on Tuesday. The former Woodlawn High product will participate in spring practice that begins on Feb. 25. Read more: http://www.amitetoday.com/view/full_story/21494746/article-Lions-add-Baton-Rouge-native-Devante-Davis-to-2013-football-roster?instance=news_special_coverage_right_column

Here is what I am reading through the tea leaves in terms of guys UNT is saying should make an impact: Antoinne Jimmerson (RS Frosh at RB) - Heads into the season as the #1 running back to replace all time leading rusher Lance Dunbar. Possesses all around skills and is willing to hit the inside holes with power which has endeared him to the coaching staff. Carlos Harris True Frosh WR/Special Teams - Probably has received the most accolades of all of the true freshman class. Looks like he will be an immediate impact player not only at WR but on special teams. Lack of depth at WR helps his cause. Nick Schrapps - 6-2, 205 true freshman possession receiver that is getting heavy looks due to the lack of depth at the WR position. Chaz Sampson's stock fell and it opened up an opportunity for Schrapps to be the WR in waiting behind Chris Bynes. Derek Akunne soph at linebacker - Solid player who slimmed down and has added speed. Big Hitter. David Busby (true freshman at defensive back) - Guy that could be on the field against LSU. Comes from a high level program at Coppell where he was fairly dominant. LaChris Anyiam junior OL - Has size (6-4, 296) and was one of the higher level lineman recruits Dodge landed out of Allen. It looks like after a couple of years finding himself, the lightbulb has gone on and he is putting himself in the mix. Connor Trussell true frosh OL - A GoMeanGreen.com favorite, Trussell is battling to show he is ready to play now. Impressive start in the mix with the deepest section of the squad. Coleman Feeley (senior OL) - Feeley has been a starter before and will battle rising junior Chris Anyiam for PT. As of today Feeley is the starter. DeVante Davis (True Frosh DB) - One of the few freshman to receive accolades from the coaching staff. Very athletic and should make an immediate impact. Chad Polk (RS Frosh LB) - Beefed up to 230 in the offseason and has a nose for the ball. Marcus Trice (safety transfer from OU - Junior) - Very talented and as an immediate starter should make an immediate impact. Undersized (5-9, 185) but athletic. Will be interesting to see how he performs against the top teams on the schedule like LSU and K-State since he has played that caliber while at OU. Laramie Lee (soph safety) - Should start at safety alongside Marcus Trice. Up to 5-10, 189 and not afraid to lay the lumber. McCarney says we are more physical and talented at the safety position and this player is one of the reasons. Darrell Mason (soph DE) - Still undersized at 6-3, 233 (played at 205 last season) but makes plays and has good speed, quickness. His speed makes him problematic for the corner of the offensive line but his size makes him a liability on power blocking schemes. I expect him to have a breakout year. Lincoln Alexander (soph DT) - proved that he could play at DE last year and has now added size (6-2, 266). Could really emerge as a playmaker that is counted on with the Ryan Boutwell injury. Austin Orr (Medical Redshirt DE/DT) - Freak accident redshirted him last year. Now 6-4, 268 and could provide depth at several d-line positions. Boutwell's injury raises his stock. Feel free to add/delete comment as you see fit. This post has been promoted to an article