{
  "id": 4916142,
  "title": "Five players to watch after UTSA releases depth chart for 2026 opener",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/five-players-to-watch-after-utsa-releases-depth-chart-for-2026-opener",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-01T18:52:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/five-players-watch-utsa-releases-185250513.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Five players to watch as UTSA releases depth chart for 2026 opener:\n\n1. Tight end Ty Rupe - With three key tight ends transferring out, Rupe is the likely starter. Standing 6-7 and weighing 245 pounds, he has shown promise as an athletic receiver. Junior Brandon Young and fifth-year senior Miles Campbell are backups.\n\n2. Wide receiver Mekhi Anderson - Surprisingly named the No. 1 Z receiver on the depth chart, Anderson is viewed as one of the fastest players on the team. A former Florida high school track star, he has improved his hands and caught five passes for 66 yards and a TD last season.\n\n3. Outside linebacker Cam Cooper - Cooper returned from a season-ending knee injury, but his health remains a question mark. A versatile player who played four positions last year, he'll need to show he's ready to rush the passer.\n\n4. Defensive lineman Jeremiah Bailey - As a four-year transfer, Bailey was the only returning starter on defense. His jersey number, No. 0, signifies his leadership role. His style will be determined in the opener - disruptive force or space eater.\n\n5. Cornerback RJ Lester Jr. - Lester returns after overcoming injury issues. The Roadrunners are banking on his speed and athleticism as a key defensive weapon.",
  "summary": "Coach Jeff Traylor is hesitant to tip his hand with plenty of change on both sides, but UTSA's depth chart highlights some potential standouts.",
  "key_points": [
    "Tight end Ty Rupe likely starter after three key transfers",
    "Wide receiver Mekhi Anderson fast, former track star",
    "Cornerback RJ Lester Jr. returns after injury struggles"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}