ST. LOUIS – The Pioneer Football League announced its preseason all-conference teams ahead of the 2026 fall campaign.

Numerous University of Dayton student-athletes were recognized on this year's preseason teams, coming off yesterday's coaches poll that picked UD to finish fourth in the league this year.

Running back Luke Hansen leads the offense, joined by seniors Michael Mussari (WR), Gavin Lochow (AP), and Matthew Barnes (OL).

On the defensive side, senior Mirko Jaksic anchors the line while the linebacker duo of Joe Kingsbury and Sam Schmiesing picked up preseason honors as well.

Dayton had seven players named to the PFL teams while San Diego led the way with nine players. Lochow and Jaksic are among seven returning First Team All-PFL selections from 2025. The other five returning first teamers are San Diego running back Adam Criter, St. Thomas fullback Luke Schuler, Butler offensive lineman Charles Mackley, San Diego offensive lineman Maicah Talavou, and San Diego punter Emiliano Salazar.
 
UD begins the season on Aug. 29 at home against Fairmont St.

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