When Utah State published the game notes Monday morning for its season opener against UTEP, one traditional element was conspicuously absent — a depth chart, for the Aggies’ offense, defense and special teams.

The page for a depth chart still exists in the notes and was labeled as such, only it was completely blank.

For good reason, USU coach Bronco Mendenhall believes. Namely competitive advantage. Entering his first year leading Utah State, Mendenhall is going to try to create any advantage he can.

“I don’t intend to give away a competitive advantage yet,” he said.

Meaning a lot of unknowns about the Aggies will remain that way until kickoff inside Maverik Stadium at 5:30 p.m. MDT Saturday night.

Mendenhall was willing to talk about his team ahead of the matchup with the Miners, alb

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