The Wartburg football team returns almost intact from its 10-3 season last year that included a conference tri-championship and a trip to the division three playoffs. The returners include nine starters on defense and seven on offense. Coach Rick Willis says the defense has some talented players.Willis says he feels lucky to have so many seniors back as he says it’s special group. He says most outstanding football teams have a good group of seniors.Wartburg opens the season September 6th at home against Peru State.