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Defense:

Linebackers:

John Houston was a team captain for USC and finished his career with 167 tackles, including six for a loss, with two and a half sacks, nine passes broken up, a fumble recovery, forced fumble and an interception in 37 games.

Leo Lewis was a four-year starter at Mississippi State. He played the 'Will' linebacker spot and was a part of one of the top trios in the SEC at the spot. Graduated in December 2018 with a degree in interdisciplinary studies.

James Lockhart was named All-Big 12 honorable mention in 2019 after being named the Most Improved Defensive Player by his coaching staff the previous spring. He played in 43 games, starting 16.

Defensive Line:

Josiah Coatney is a three-year letterwinner who started 35 of the 36 games he played in during his career. He finished his career with 174 tackles and 15.5 tackles for a loss.

Calvin Taylor was All-SEC in 2019. He played in 40 games in his career with 22 consecutive starts. Finished with 85 tackles, 16.5 tackles for a loss and 10.5 sacks.

Defensive Backs:

Trajan Brandy was an All-ACC honorable mention selection in 2019 when he started 13 games with 29 tackles, 20 of them solo stops, and added three sacks. He forced one fumble and had a fumble recovery.

James Pierre finished his career playing in 39 games with 120 tackles, including 80 solo stops, eight and a half tackles for a loss and three interceptions. He added 18 pass defenses and two forced fumbles.

Offense:

Christian Montano started all 13 games last season for Tulane. The offensive lineman was named the Walter Camp Football Foundation Connecticut Player of the Year.

Spencer Nigh started nine games at fullback in 2019 and had his first career reception, a nine-yard catch against Oregon. He added a 24-yard reception in the Outback Bowl.

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