Softley Era Begins at UTPB | Odessa News

Odessa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

UTPB football kicks off their first week of fall camp under new head coach Chris Softley, who’s already impressed by early progress and team chemistry despite a roster reshuffled by the transfer portal. The squad, still searching for a replacement for their record-setting QB from last year, is narrowing down contenders for the starting job—with a decision expected by day seven. With a big opener against Division I FCS rival UTRGV looming on August 29th, and a home game against Western New Mexico just days later, Softley’s focus remains on communication, detail, and the simple joy of playing…