Sam Franklin (RB #2) – Franklin will feature prominently in the backfield for the Skyhawks in the 2023 season. The redshirt sophomore from Little Rock, Arkansas racked up a multitude of honors such as OVC Freshman Player of the Year and Phil Steele FCS Freshman All-American after an exemplary freshman campaign. Franklin carried the ball 84 times for 676 yards and eight touchdowns in 2022, and his ability to run the ball will determine how good this Skyhawk team can be offensively.
DeVonte Tanksley (WR #4) – Tanksley is a standout receiver for the Skyhawks coming off a strong 2022 season where he tallied 53 receptions for 653 yards and one touchdown.