With spring football practice getting started today, here’s 6 position battles to keep an eye on:
1. Running back 
Not all position battles are huge question marks, and that’s certainly the case at running back for the Flames. But how will the carries be split between Des Rice, DJ Abnar, and Todd Macon?
2. Backup QB
Stephon Masha or J.T. Bradwell? Masha certainly has the leg up, and whoever wins this battle will be the man to beat for starting QB in 2016.
3. Linebacker 
With the graduations of Bobby Partilla, Andrew Jauch, Nick Sigmon, and Dylan Lewellyn, the Flames lose 74 career starts. Nick Newman, Jimmy O’Grady, and Dexter Robbins will be the new leaders of the unit. How will the depth and rotation work out?
4. Safety 
Trying to replace Jacob Hagen will be nearly impossible, but Gary Sampson, A.J. James, and Alpha Jalloh may try to do it by committee.
5. Defensive line 
Two starters in Toby Onyechi and Dominique Davis must be replaced. Look for JaRon Greene’s role to increase and a youngster to step up.
6. Slot WR
Gabe Henderson was Liberty’s 2nd leading receiver a season ago. Several will be fighting for his spot including Dakota Kelly, B.J. Farrow, and Zac Parker.
