Southern Miss football is through its first five preseason practices as Will Hall gears up for his second season at the helm of the program.
Here are five things we've learned so far.
1. The defense is ahead of the offense, but the offense is improving
After last season's results, it's likely no surprise for Southern Miss fans to hear that the defense holds the edge on the offense through five preseason practices.
The Golden Eagles' front seven has looked solid, with a firm anchor at the back of the defense in the form of a highly experienced secondary.