Conference USA’s media poll was released today and to the surprise of few, both of last season’s defending division champions are projected to repeat in 2021. Despite losing their final three games to end the season and bringing in a first-time head coach in Charles Huff, Marshall comes in first with 17 votes. Redshirt freshman quarterback Grant Wells looks to rebound following his subpar finish to last year.
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After winning C-USA East twice during the Lane Kiffin era at Florida Atlantic, Willie Taggart’s Owls come in second with six first-place votes.