NWOSU hosts University of Arkansas-Monticello, ranked eigth in the preseason polls, at 6 p.m. Thursday at Ranger Stadium.
The Rangers, who had a 1-10 season last year, come into the game ranked dead last at 12th in the Great American Conference.
On Wednesday night, fans got the chance to meet the team that boasts an all-new coaching staff and many transfer or freshmen students.
KEEP AN OUT EYE FOR THESE OFFENSIVE PLAYERS
-Quarterback
-Freshman, business administration
-Frisco, Texas
-Favorite quote: “Football is like life. It requires perseverance, self-denial, hard work, sacrifice, dedication and respect for authority.” – Vince Lombardi
-Offensive Line
-Graduate student, health and sports science
-Krum, Texas
-Favorite quote: “Everyday is a opportunity disguised as a challenge.” – Tiki Barber
-Wide Receiver
-Senior, business administration
-Denton, Texas
-Favorite quote: “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary.” Isaiah 40:31
KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THESE DEFENSIVE PLAYERS
-Defensive Back
-Senior, health and sports science education
-Surrey, British Columbia
-Favorite Quote: “Build something that is priceless. Never think small, think huge. Any short term need is just steps to accomplish the main goal. You can only reach that if you don’t think for now; you think about changing your life and your family’s lives. To God be the Glory.” – Dawson Marchant
-Linebacker
-Sophomore, business
-Arlington, Texas
-Favorite Quote: “Man is only as good as his thoughts.” – Antoine Martin
-Linebacker
-Freshman, business administration
-Sand Springs, Oklahoma
-Favorite Quote: “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.”- Yotam Ottolenghi