Three days into preseason camp, Coach Butch Jones was posed with a straightforward question: Which individuals have stood out thus far?
In most years it probably wouldn't mean much. But Jones was still getting his bearings with a roster that features more than 50 newcomers.
The new head coach didn't hesitate in his response.
"We're looking for a high level of consistency, day in and day out. I'm starting to see that it starts with Caleb Bonner," Jones said. "[He] isn't just leading himself, he's leading our football team."
Although Arkansas State University has yet to name captains, it's hard to imagine the senior linebacker not being among the group whenever Jones announces them.