Football Enjoyed Competition in Final Spring Practice

April 19, 2018

BOCA RATON, Fla. - Florida Atlantic University's football took the practice fields the final time Thursday morning, closing out the 2018 spring season and second spring under Lane Kiffin's direction.

The Owls used the morning to prepare, without pads, for the 2018 Spring Game, which is scheduled for 4 p.m., Saturday, April 21.

The Spring Game will be played at FAU Stadium, currently undergoing renovations. Fans will be afforded the opportunity to select a seat for the 2018 season and to receive a 2017 Championship Commemorative Pennant.

Head Coach Lane Kiffin
Following Tuesday's Practice on the Position Switches
"We did one, two and 14 (periods), so it was a little lighter practice. Getting ready for the game. Teams were drafted and picked so we will play it like we usually do. Last year was a different format because we had so few offensive linemen so we did the defensive/offensive scoring thing. They are divided with a red team and a white team. So coaches and players are divided. Probably tackle the first half and stay up the second half. Should be exciting."

Pads off with Rashad Smith

Spring Game Team Assignment and Breakdown
The leadership council drafted the coaches into white and red teams. The No. 1 offense will face the No. 1 defense, and No. 2 two defense versus No. 2 defense. Threes and fours will be mixed in. Winners of the game will be treated to steak. Losers will enjoy hot dogs and beans, on Monday.

Teams
A complete list of the players on each team will be released on Friday.

Updated Roster

Spring Game
The "Spring Game" is scheduled for 4 p.m. on April 21 at FAU Stadium. The 2018 Spring Game is free and open to the public. Fans will be treated to a limited quantity of commemorative 2017 Championship pennants. ESPN West Palm also will be live from FAU Stadium throughout the Spring Game.

To Purchase Football Game Tickets
FAU will open its 2018 season at Oklahoma on Saturday, Sept. 1. FAU's home schedule will open the following week when the Owls play host to Air Force. For season tickets, call 1-866-FAU-Owls. All games will be carried by ESPN West Palm 106.3 and also can be heard on the ESPN App.

Calendar

Upcoming Events

Players Mentioned

Rashad Smith

Upcoming Events

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Upcoming Event: Football versus Texas Southern on October 3, 2026 at TBA

Upcoming Event: Football at Army on October 17, 2026 at TBA

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