There are two types of spring football situations: Those with quarterback battles and those in which the position is set.
With Ryan Metz finally established as UTEP's alpha at the position, the Miners' spring, which begins Monday with the first of 15 workouts spread out over six weeks, is firmly in the latter category.
This is Sean Kugler's fifth spring, and just as notably the second spring under the offensive and defensive systems of coordinators Brent Pease and Tom Mason.
The Miners are generally more set across the board then they have been, but with the usual comings and goings, there are going to be plenty of spots to watch.