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UNA football begins fall camp with major roster changes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 11:44 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

UNA football begins fall camp with major roster changes

Summary

The University of North Alabama football team commenced fall camp on July 29, led by head coach Brent Dearmon. With an influx of 70-75 new players, many acquired via the transfer portal, UNA aims to improve upon a disappointing 2-10 record from the previous season. Coach Dearmon officially named Destin Wade as the starting quarterback, highlighting the team's confidence in his role. Open competitions are set for all positions as the coaching staff seeks to finalize the roster ahead of the season opener against Samford on August 29.

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By the Numbers

•UNA kicks off fall camp with around 75 new players.
•Destin Wade is named the starting quarterback.
•Coaching staff has open competitions at every position.
•UNA plays Samford in the season opener on August 29.

Latest Updates

11:44 PMYahoo Sports — Transformed UNA roster kicks off fall camp

What they're saying

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Head coach Brent Dearmon said the team has between 70-75 new players, many coming through the transfer portal as UNA looks to make a turnaround from a 2-10 season in 2025.
— Yahoo Sports

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