Nine and Three was my post-spring training prediction. Now I will give a mid-year prediction as the roster is nearly settled for the year. I will make a final prediction following the Fall practice.
Defense: One big problem last year was our secondary, which gave up too many deep passes. Hall has concentrated on this problem and obtained several good players to remedy the situation. Provided the new editions can gel, this will be a strong point in the defense. The DL appears to be the strong point. The Linebacker position took a couple of big hits, but Hall has brought in some suitable replacements. I believe the defense will be in good shape.
Offense: How many years now has there been a mysterious QB situation? Well, this is another. Hall has two transfers Edwards and Wiles as well as two freshmen Crawford and Gonzalez. Other than transferring from good football programs Houston and Clemson, we know nothing about Edwards and Wiles (the latter was injured during the spring). One might think some light would be shed since they were both here for spring football but think again. The only thing we learned was “they are coming along” or some other trite phrase. Of course, the freshmen are freshmen and have a lot to learn. Thus, the mystery continues. It is most challenging to predict wins and losses not knowing anything about your QB.
The OL may be as good as it has been in years. Several returning starters and some newcomers could prove to be a huge asset.
Game by Game Prediction with no Competent QB
Alcorn Win
FSU Loss
Tulane Loss
Ark State Loss
Tex State Win
Old Dom Win
USA Loss Loss
App State Loss
ULM Win
Ms State Loss
Troy Loss
Prediction With a solid QB
Alcorn Win
FSU Loss
Tulane Win
Ark State Loss
Tex State Win
Old Dom Win
USA Loss
App State Win
ULM Win
Ms State Loss
Troy Win