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Fresno State Preseason Newcomer Report: Offense
- Freshman running back Jhadis Luckey flashed immediate ball-in-hand talent in camp but remains behind while learning assignments, with local walk-on Andrew Chavez holding the apparent edge for the No. 5 backfield spot.
- Freshman guard Alex Rivera drew the strongest early praise among Fresno State's summer arrivals because his strength and assignment recognition translated quickly, although the staff views him as more likely to start in 2027.
- Freshman interior lineman Efren Siuloa will miss the 2026 season after an injury prevented him from practicing during fall camp.
- Fresno State expanded to 11 tight ends, including six true freshmen, so the offense can install heavy packages and repeatedly practice 13 personnel while developing the newcomers.
- Freshman tight end Brayden Ford was the quickest summer arrival to emerge in camp, with his 6-foot-6, 250-pound frame giving Fresno State an early blocking and receiving developmental option.
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- Offense: Fresno State welcomed 8 new players on offense for fall camp.
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Fresno State RB Julius Gillick's highlight hurdle previews 2026 breakout
- Julius Gillick has emerged as Fresno State's next running back behind returning stars Rayshon Luke and Bryson Donelson, with Matt Entz placing him at No. 3A alongside Tariq Thomas at 3B.
- Gillick is being prepared to replace Brandon Ramirez, whose spring injury ended his season after he handled fullback, short-yardage and third-back duties in 2025.
- The 5-foot-11, 215-pound Gillick is now the room's largest healthy back and displayed his power and athleticism by hurdling a returning starting safety during a full-pad alley drill.
- Offensive coordinator Josh Davis expects Gillick to absorb Ramirez's off-ball responsibilities while also earning touches early in the season, creating a clear breakout pathway within the committee.
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- QB: BarkBoard also talked with Templeton head coach Don Crow for more insight into the Bulldogs' QB commit Colter Tannehill.
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- QB: See highlight footage of Fresno State QB commit Colter Tannehill in action!
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- QB: where Templeton wanted them… Fresno State QB commit Colter Tannehill tosses the touchdown: @ColterTannehill @BarkBoard
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- Pick/market: Fresno State QB commit Colter Tannehill finished with 307 passing yards and 3 touchdowns as he led Templeton to a 41-8 win over Caruthers.
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- QB: BarkBoard talked one-on-one with Fresno State QB commit Colter Tannehill about his decision to be a Bulldog, his season-opening win and more!
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- Pick/market: Fresno State QB commit Colter Tannehill opened his senior season at Caruthers and led Templeton HS to a 41-8 win with 307 yards and 3 TDs!
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- OL: Fresno State has to replace all three starters on the interior offensive line.
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- Offense: Fresno State offensive lineman Jonah Leaupepetele redshirted last season, but is suddenly battling for a starting job just one year later.
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- QB/LB: Day 10 of Fresno State Fall Camp is another big one as the Bulldogs are having their first scrimmage action with refs!
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- QB: The Fresno State QB battle is unfolding at fall camp!
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- QB/OL: Get the scoop from Day 6 of Fresno State Football Fall Camp!
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- Pick/market: Fresno State freshman TE Brayden Ford received praise for his fall camp so far.
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- Injury: Fresno State RB Julius Gillick is tabbed to replace the injured Brandon Ramirez, and he's off to a strong start after this highlight hurdle at Fall Camp!
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- RB: Fresno State RB Julius Gillick is now responsible for the top highlight of Fall Camp so far!
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- RB: BarkBoard talked in-depth with breakout Fresno State RB Julius Gillick at Fall Camp!
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- Injury: Fresno State RB Brandon Ramirez and starting OL Edward Fonua will miss the 2026 season with injuries, head coach Matt Entz announced Tuesday.
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- Injury: Fresno State head coach Matt Entz confirms that starting LG Edward Fonua and RB Brandon Ramirez are both out for the season.
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- Injury: Get the inside scoop from Day 1 of Fresno State Fall Camp!
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Mandel or Martin
- QB/LB: A healthy Mandal, a couple of up and coming young QB’s will keep competitive juices flowing.
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- OL: Fresno State has the luxury of returning two starting offensive tackles.
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Hello Old Friends!
- QB: Reggie Bush made a dumb error trying to lateral before the end zone Vince Young knee was down USC should have won Shoulda, coulda, woulda.
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Podcast: Pac-12 Conference Betting Preview | 2026
- Fresno State is priced at 7.5 wins after a 9-4 season and sits around +650 to win the conference, but the host recommends the under and would consider an alternate under.
- The bearish case centers on turnover luck and a win total that appears aggressive relative to the schedule and returning-production profile.
- The defense remains a strength, but Fresno State must handle versatile offenses such as Boise State, Texas State and San Diego State while replacing coach Jimmy Rogers.
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- RB: Fresno State returns a pair of stars at running back, but has to replace key depth.
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Greatest player???
- Injury: Also, if PP didn't have the pec injury, he would probably have thrown for a few less interceptions, along with more yards and more TD's, and maybe gone down as the greatest QB in...
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- QB: Meet the Fresno State freshmen: BarkBoard talked in-depth with new QB Deagan Rose prior to his arrival!
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