What You Need to Know:
• Georgia State's backfield has more depth than ever with returnees Glenn Smith, Kyler Neal, Taz Bateman and Demarcus Kirk, plus Kendrick Dorn coming off injury.
• Smith, Neal, Bateman and Kirk combined for 1,226 yards rushing in 2015.
• Spring practice continues through the April 16 Spring Game at Panthersville.
ATLANTA -- While Georgia State's quarterback competition continues in spring practice, whoever is under center for the Panthers should benefit from an improved running game.
That's because the Panthers' backfield has improved health, depth and talent.
Georgia State's top four rushers from 2015 return, led by Glenn Smith, who rushed for 356 yards and one touchdown after moving to the backfield from receiver midway through the season.