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Daniel Cage NG 6-0½ 315 Expected to provide stout run defense as a first- and second-down option at nose guard. Jay Hayes DT 6-3 285 Strong spring puts him in position to emerge as the backup three-technique to senior Sheldon Day. Kolin Hill OLB 6-1½ 230 Still developing his game as a linebacker, will push for a role as a pass-rushing specialist. Corey Holmes WR 6-0½ 184 Showed potential in the spring, but must improve his consistency catching the football. DeShone Kizer* QB 6-4½ 230 Enters fall camp as the backup quarterback behind starter Malik Zaire. Tyler Luatua TE 6-2½ 250 Despite a slow spring, he is expected to be the No. 2 tight end due to his strong run blocking. Greer Martini OLB 6-2½ 240 Will begin the season as the No. 2 Sam linebacker, but will get time against good ground teams. Peter Mokwuah* NG 6-3 317 Buried on the depth chart at nose guard despite showing improvements in the spring. Nyles Morgan ILB 6-1 237 Expected to compete with seniors Joe Schmidt and Jarrett Grace for starting Mike linebacker position. Sam Mustipher* OL 6-2 305 Grooming behind senior Nick Martin at center, where he could start in '16. Quenton Nelson* OL 6-4½ 325 Dominant run blocker that is in position to emerge as the starter at left guard. Tyler Newsome* P 6-2½ 205 Will take over as the starting punter and will compete to handle kickoffs. Drue Tranquill S 6-1½ 225 If he returns to good health he will re-emerge as a force in the dime package. Andrew Trumbetti DE 6-3½ 255 After a solid freshman season, he is expected to push Romeo Okwara for the starting weakside end position. Nick Watkins CB 6-0 200 Talented athlete used a strong spring to pass junior Devin Butler at left cornerback. Nic Weishar* TE 6-4 241 Athletic pass catcher that will push for a spot in the tight end rotation. Jhonny Williams* DE 6-4 260 One of the best athletes on the team, but still learning how to play the game. * Eligible for a fifth season in 2018