SCHEDULE | TICKETS

CHATTANOOGA---It's time. The 2023 football season is approaching like the passenger trains bound for the Choo Choo back in the day. The Chattanooga Mocs are using their channels to share what's to come for an exciting campaign.
 
We start our annual preview series in the trenches, where the Mocs are notable on both sides of the ball. This year, it's offensive line talk to begin the 10-part look into the 2023 model.
 
July 25 – Offensive Line
July 27 – SoCon Media Day
August 1 – Defensive Line
August 3 – Defensive Backs
August 8 – Quarterbacks
August 10 – Wide Receivers
August 15 – Linebackers
August 17 – Tight Ends
August 22 – Special Teams
August 24 – Running Backs
 
The offensive line has long been a point of emphasis and pride at Chattanooga. This year's room is no different with versatility and competition all across the unit.
 
Starters Returning (3): G/C Reid Williams, G Bryce Goodner, C Nick Cerimele
 
Starters Lost (2): T/G McClendon Curtis, T Lucas Lavin
 
Letter Winners Returning (6): G Malone VanGorder (7 starts), T Colin Truett (4), T Dave Monnot III (4), G Jeremiah Katt, G Luke Lane, G JD Broussard
 
Newcomers (13): Will Buchanan (Liberty), Will Collier (RS Fr.), Almarion Crim (Houston), Aidan Donald, Adorian Favors (RS Fr.), Parker Hollinsworth, Mason Hoyle, Jacob Klein (RS Fr.), Lucas Majer (Fr.), Griffin McDowell (Florida), Tyrell Ragland (Carson-Newman), Kanye Sawyer, Noah Templeton
 
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Versatile. That's a key to this group. Reid Williams and Malone VanGorder are guards by trade but capable of playing center as well providing both depth and competition for returning starter Nick Cerimele. New transfer Almarion Crim from Houston has displayed the ability to potentially play anywhere across the front. Tackles Colin Truett and Will Buchanan also saw time at guard during spring drills so be prepared for anything when Sept. 2 finally comes. Tackle Griffin McDowell looks anchored on the edge, but he did play tight end and defensive line at Florida over two seasons while the other three were devoted to the offensive line.
 
Class Breakdown
Seniors (3): Nick Cerimele (7 career starts), Griffin McDowell, Colin Truett (26)
Juniors (6): Reid Williams (9), Malone VanGorder (7), Dave Monnot III (4), Jeremiah Katt (1), Luke Lane, Tyrell Ragland
Sophomores (4): Bryce Goodner (7), Almarion Crim, JD Broussard, Will Buchanan
 
Freshmen (9): Adorian Favors (Redshirt), Jacob Klein (RS), Will Collier (RS), Aidan Donald, Parker Hollinsworth, Lukas Majer, Mason Hoyle, Kanye Sawyer, Noah Templeton
 
Notes to Know…

• 37 of a possible 55 starts return from a year ago (67.3%). McClendon Curtis (11) and Lucas Lavin (7) make up the other 18. Nine different student-athletes made four or more starts with multiple changes at each position in 2022: LT (3), LG (2), C (2), RG (2) & RT (3).
• Grad transfer tackle Griffin McDowell (Florida) is on the Shrine Bowl 1000 list to open the season.
• G/C Reid Williams (Jr.) was a second All-SoCon pick in 2022. He was also a Sophomore All-America, while fellow guard Bryce Goodner claimed league All-Freshman as well as a Freshman All-America nod.
• A Mocs offensive lineman has won the last three Jacobs Blocking Trophies:
  2020-21: Cole Strange
  2021: Cole Strange
  2022: McClendon Curtis
• Three of Chattanooga's six alums in the NFL play on the offensive line: Corey Levin (Tennessee), Cole Strange (New England) & McClendon Curtis (Las Vegas).
• HERO Sports named Reid Williams as the best player to wear No. 64 in its annual FCS Jersey countdown.

2023 #FCS Jersey Countdown: 64 — The Best Player Who Wears No. 64 Is @GoMocsFB's Reid Williams (@reidwilliams88)https://t.co/2aBNNSO5Bx

— Sam Herder (@SamHerderFCS) June 27, 2023

 
WATCH LISTS
Big week of watch lists for the program. The Shrine Bowl 1000 was released Monday with two Chattanooga Mocs, edge Jay Person and offensive lineman Griffin McDowell, firmly on the radar of NFL front offices. Yesterday, we shared the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team mention for junior defensive back Reuben Lowery III.
 
PRESEASON ALL-AMERICA TEAMS
Athlon – Jay Person
Bluebloods – Jay Person, Kam Brown
HERO Sports – Kam Brown
 
SEASON TICKETS ARE ON SALE
The Mocs 2023 schedule is linked above. Five homes games are included with visits from Kennesaw State, The Citadel, Western Carolina, ETSU and Furman. Season tickets start at just $60 for general admission. Click the link above, go to the Go Mocs app or call (423) 266-MOCS (6627) to purchase.
 
ALABAMA SINGLE-GAME DEADLINE APPROACHING
The Nov. 18 trip to Alabama is certainly circled on a lot of calendars in the area. Tickets are on sale in the UTC Box Office for the contest which is the first trip to Bryant-Denny Stadium since 2016. The July 30 deadline is approaching quickly with a limited number of seats available in the Mocs section.
 
Fans must take one of two steps to purchase single-game seats in the Mocs section at Alabama…

• Purchase season tickets for the 5-game home slate at Finley Stadium
• OR join the Mocs Club at the starter level ($100 donation or higher)
• THEN Click here to purchase

 
EVERYTHING IS CASHLESS NOW ON GAMEDAYS
No cash will change hands at Mocs athletics venues in 2023-24. That includes tickets, concessions, merchandising and even parking. Be prepared to pay by credit card when coming to enjoy the hard-working efforts of our student-athletes and coaches.
 
CONCESSION ADDITIONS
Finley Stadium has added some new wrinkles along with old standbys in providing premier service to its visitors. One is the Fort Finley Grab+Go Market with snacks and beverages. The lineup just inside the St. Elmo Gates also includes Windy City Eatz, Chestnut Bakes, The Kettlecorn Man, Miller's Original Lemonade, The Max Grilleworks and Reggie's BBQ & Nachos. Go here for more information.
 
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