New faces, same expectations for Southern Mississippi
(WorldNews Sport)

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (AP) - Southern Mississippi faces the daunting task of replacing its star running back, top two receivers and multiple talented defensive players. Probably the quarterback, too. From an outside perspective, it looks like the Golden Eagles might be in for a rebuilding year. Third-year coach Jay Hopson isn`t buying that argument. `There`s always a few spots where we need to stay healthy, but I`m pleased. This team has a lot of talent,` Hopson said. `We just need to keep pressing and get better.` Sophomore Jack Abraham is the Golden Eagles` likely starting quarterback after senior Kwadra Griggs was suspended...