The Southern football team's excitement is palpable.

It's not because of its favorite role in the Southwestern Athletic Conference West Division or No. 4 ranking in the preseason HBCU poll .

It's because coach Terrence Graves and his staff like what they have in their locker room as they inch closer to their season opener against North Carolina Central at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 23 in Atlanta. There is excitement around established stars flexing their leadership ability and intrigue about talented transfers.

Just as thrilling are the less experienced players who returned to Baton Rouge and are showcasing their improvement at practice. Here are five returning players worth watching this season for the Jaguars.

Kobe Brown, WR

The playmaking talents of Brown have opened eyes. The 5-foot-10,

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