If you’re staring at the UL Monroe football depth chart and feeling a little lost, honestly, you aren't the only one. It's a puzzle. Bryant Vincent has been playing a high-stakes game of roster Tetris since he arrived in Monroe, and just when you think you’ve got the two-deep figured out, a new JUCO transfer pops up or someone hits the portal.
It’s messy. It’s chaotic. But it’s also the most talent we've seen in the 318 area code in a long time.
The Quarterback Room: Armenta vs. The Field
Most fans assume Aidan Armenta has the job on lock. Why wouldn't he? He’s the guy who survived the 2024 season and showed he can actually spin it, finishing 2025 with over 1,600 yards and a handful of gutsy touchdowns. But if you look closer at the actual depth chart, the gap isn't as wide as the stats suggest.
Landon Graves isn't just a backup. He’s the local kid from Monroe who basically forced his way onto the field. He’s 5'11", which some scouts hate, but the dude just wins. He started the Southern Miss game and didn’t look back, proving that the coaching staff trusts his legs as much as Armenta’s arm. Then you have Hunter Herring, the 6'5" mountain of a man who is basically a human battering ram in the red zone.
- Aidan Armenta (RS-So.)
- Landon Graves (RS-So.)
- Hunter Herring (RS-Sr.)
Don't sleep on Bryson Kimbrough either. He’s a freshman, sure, but he came in from Hutchinson CC with a ton of hype. In a Bryant Vincent offense, you need a guy who can process fast. Armenta is the leader, but one bad half and the "Graves for Starter" chants start at Malone Stadium.
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Replacing a Legend: The Post-Ahmad Hardy Era
Losing Ahmad Hardy to Missouri hurt. There’s no other way to put it. You don't just "replace" the Sun Belt Freshman of the Year and 1,300+ yards. But the Warhawks didn't just sit there and cry about it. They went shopping.
Zach Palmer-Smith is the name you’ve gotta know. He’s a transfer from Richmond who put up 1,000 yards at Wagner before that. He’s built like a tank at 215 pounds. Honestly, he runs a lot like a younger version of the guys Vincent had at UAB. Behind him, it’s a total committee. Braylon McReynolds is the lightning to Palmer-Smith’s thunder. He’s only 5'7", but he’s basically a human joystick.
- Zach Palmer-Smith: The projected workhorse.
- Braylon McReynolds: The third-down specialist and return threat.
- D’Shaun Ford: The freshman power back who could steal goal-line carries.
It's a different vibe than the Hardy era. Instead of one superstar, they're going to rotate four guys until your defense is too tired to tackle.
The Trenches: Where the Game is Won (or Lost)
The offensive line is where things get interesting. Elijah Fisher is the heart of this team. He’s been around forever—six seasons to be exact. He made the Rimington Trophy Watchlist for a reason. When he’s at center, the whole vibe of the offense changes.
On his right, you’ve got Jay Mickle, a grad transfer who provides that "old man strength" every Sun Belt team needs. But the real story is at tackle. Que McBroom is 6'5" and 325 pounds. He’s a massive human being. On the other side, AJ Vinson (another Garden City CC transfer) has secured the right tackle spot.
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The depth behind them is... well, it's thin. If McBroom or Vinson goes down, you're looking at David Applewhite or John Curtis Goodman Jr. stepping into the fire. It’s a gamble. Vincent is banking on the starters staying healthy because the drop-off to the second string is noticeable.
Defense: The 3-3-5 Chaos
Defensive Coordinator Earnest Hill doesn't play a "normal" defense. It’s a 3-3-5 multiple look that relies on speed and confusing the hell out of the quarterback.
The Front Three
Kevontay Wells is the star here. He led the team in tackles for loss (11.0) and decided to stay in Monroe despite major schools trying to poach him. That’s huge. He’s paired with Jaden Hamlin, who is a literal wall at 315 pounds. If you try to run up the middle against Hamlin and Dylan Howell, you’re going to have a bad time.
The "Bandit" and the Backers
The "Bandit" position is basically a glorified defensive end who can drop into coverage. Billy Pullen owns this spot. He’s got six sacks in his pocket from last year and is probably the best pure athlete on the roster.
- MLB: Seidrion Langston.
- WLB: Noah Flemmings (The JUCO All-American who hits like a truck).
- NB: Kamrin Canterbury.
The secondary is where things get shaky. Losing Wydett Williams to Ole Miss was a gut punch. Carl Fauntroy and Lynard Harris are solid at safety, but the corner spots are a revolving door. David Godsey Jr. is the veteran leader, but they're asking a lot of D’Arco Perkins-McAllister to step up and be a lockdown guy.
Special Teams: The Hidden Edge
If you aren't watching the specialists, you're missing half the game. Luke Stagg and Jacob Chambliss have been battling for the placekicker spot. Stagg has the experience, but Chambliss showed some serious leg when Stagg was out with an injury.
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Makenzie Ryan is back at punter, and honestly, he’s one of the most underrated players in the conference. In a league where field position is everything, having a guy who can flip the field is a cheat code.
The Verdict on the Warhawks
This isn't your older brother's ULM. The UL Monroe football depth chart is deeper than it’s been in decades. They have a coach who knows how to win in the Sun Belt and a roster full of guys with chips on their shoulders.
The main concern? Consistency. Can Armenta limit the interceptions? Can the offensive line protect a quarterback who likes to hold onto the ball? If those questions get answered "yes," this team isn't just a 3-win squad anymore. They’re a bowl team.
Next Steps for Warhawk Fans:
Keep a close eye on the injury reports for the offensive line during spring ball. If the starting five stays intact, the rushing attack should be top-tier. You should also watch the transfer portal window in May; Vincent is notorious for adding one or two "missing pieces" late in the cycle to shore up the secondary.