Wyoming Cowboys
2000 overall record: 1-10
Conference record: 0-7 (8th)

Returning starters
Offense: 8
Defense: 6
Kickers: 0

2000 statistical leaders (* - returners)
Rushing: Nate Scott* (645 yds)
Passing: Jay Stoner (1,552 yds)
Receiving: Ryan McGuffey* (696 yds)
Tackles: Kwabena Peprah (115)
Sacks: Patrick Chukwurah (7)
Interceptions: Eric Lee* and Jacque Finn* (2 each)

What's new
The Cowboys averaged a meager 10.0 yards per catch last season but hope to change that with the help of sophomore wide receiver Leonard Jones. The Cowboys have several solid possession receivers, and Jones should now give them a game-breaking deep threat. Jones is listed second on the depth chart behind Wyoming's top receiver, Ryan McGuffey.
Battling it out
There is a good competition at running back between senior Nate Scott and sophomore Derek Armah -- the team's leading rushers last season. Scott is the speedy, big-play guy, while Armah is the tough, between-the-tackles runner. They complement each other well, and both will see plenty of action. Scott seems to have the edge for the starting spot right now.
Eye catcher: DT Damon Roark
He transferred to Wyoming last year but missed the entire season with a knee injury. This spring, Roark showed great progress from the surgery, however, and put himself into position to be a starter. He has quick feet and excellent strength but is most recognized for the type of strong work ethic that can be contagious to a unit.
Buddy Star: DE/OLB Tim Glynn
Glynn had a tremendous spring and appears ready to become a playmaker for the Wyoming defense. He was originally recruited as a quarterback, moved to tight end, then linebacker before ending up at his current "bandit" position. Last season, Glynn had 29 total tackles, including 20 unassisted, while playing as a reserve. He also recovered three fumbles and seems to always be around the ball.

Brad Edwards researches college football for ESPN and is a contributor to ESPN.com throughout the year.