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SMU QB outlook for 2017: Who will win starting job?

Key returnees: Ben Hicks (redshirt sophomore), Collin Rock (sophomore)

Key losses: Darrell Colbert (grad transfer)

Newcomers: D.J. Gillins (junior/JUCO), Rafe Peavey (redshirt junior/Arkansas transfer), Austin Upshaw (freshman)

Biggest unanswered question: The biggest question is obviously who will win the starting gig. Ben Hicks finished spring with the lead, but Rafe Peavy turned some heads and could have a strong fall camp. JUCO product DJ Gillens is in the mix as well.

Why 2017 production could be better: Hicks struggled last year as a redshirt freshman.