Marshall notebook: Herd football has 12 honored by Athlon Sports

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Marshall had 12 players recognized by Athlon Sports as 2026 Preseason All-Sun Belt Conference selections. The Herd had four first team selections, three on offense and one on defense. Quarterback Carlos Del Rio-Wilson, tight end Toby Payne and offensive lineman Jalen Slappy were named to the first team. Defensive back Daytione Smith was the Herd’s defensive first-team selection.