Spring football drills at the University of Northern Iowa open today andPanther coach Mike Dunbar has lofty expectations for the upcoming season.The Panthers finished 7-4 and missed the one-double-a national playoffs forthe second straight year, but after ending the ’98 season with fiveconsecutive victories and with 14-starters back Dunbar is optimistic.Dunbar says with more Seniors on this team, that means the depth will bebetter.The areas that need the most rebuilding are the offensive and defensivelines.An injury forced Quarterback Ryan Helming into the starting job in the thirdgame of last season. Dunbar says the experience he gained will pay off thiscoming season.The Panther’s spring game is set for Friday night April 23rd.
