Overview

• Simpson led fall camp reps and converted routine short throws into “gimmes” that set up bigger gains
• Coach DeBoer singled out freshman Keelon Russell for quick decision-making and forecast him to make the largest improvement before kickoff
• Austin Mack settled into the offense with veteran poise, showing comfort with new play concepts in his second season
• Deontae Lawson resumed drills in a knee brace with monitored reps, while Josh Cuevas, Danny Lewis and Jalen Hale increased practice volume under medical oversight
• Veteran defenders communicated seamlessly during drills, with no obvious missed assignments in the first session