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Southern Miss football opens running back competition ahead of new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 10:04 AM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Southern Miss football opens running back competition ahead of new season

Summary

Southern Miss football begins its 2026 season preparations with an ongoing battle for the starting running back job. Coach Blake Anderson noted that out of last year's top five rushers, only Robert Briggs returns, as the team aims to improve on a 2025 performance that ranked last in the Sun Belt Conference in rushing yards. The Golden Eagles have added transfers Steven Robinson, Jamarice Wilder, and Jaylen Foster to bolster their depth at the position. All four running backs received significant snaps during spring practices, leaving the door open for multiple players to contribute this season.

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By the Numbers

•Southern Miss holds running back competition ahead of the 2026 season.
•Only Robert Briggs returns from last year's top five rushers.
•Transfers include Steven Robinson, Jamarice Wilder, and Jaylen Foster.
•Coach Anderson values having options in the backfield.

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10:04 AMYahoo Sports — What we're hearing about Southern Miss football's starting running back battle

What they're saying

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Southern Miss football has four running backs that received significant snaps during spring practices. Here is what Blake Anderson said about position group.
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