Photos: Georgia State Panthers hit the practice field

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Photos: Georgia State Panthers hit the practice field

Coach Shawn Elliott guides his team through the first day of practice in preparation for the 2023 opener Aug. 31 vs. Rhode Island.

Staying hydrated: Georgia State Panthers offensive lineman Lamar Robinson (78) takes a water break during Tuesday's practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

It was the first day of practice for the Panthers, who will open their 2023 schedule at home Aug. 31 vs. Rhode Island. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

Meet the press: Georgia State Panthers coach Shawn Elliott meets with the media following his team's practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

Panthers quarterback Darren Grainger was an All-Sun Belt selection last season and started GSU’s last 23 games. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

Georgia State Panthers linebacker Jordan Veneziale (40) speaks at a press conference after practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

Defensive Coach Elisha Shaw coaches a drill alongside Michai Hill (DE) during media day practice at Georgia State Football Complex on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 in Atlanta. (Michael Blackshire/Michael.blackshire@ajc.com)

Georgia State Panthers defense practices at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

Georgia State Panthers coach Shawn Elliott is seen during practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

Georgia State Panthers offensive lineman Tyden Ferris (60) hydrates during practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

Georgia State Panthers cornerback Bryquice Brown (5) catches under pressure during practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

Georgia State Panthers coach Shawn Elliott is seen during practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

Georgia State Panthers quarterback Darren Grainger (3) passes during practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

A Georgia State football lays next to the field during media day practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 in Atlanta. (Michael Blackshire/Michael.blackshire@ajc.com)

Colin Henrich (OL) has water and sweat dripping from him while on a break during media day practice at Georgia State Football Complex on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 in Atlanta. (Michael Blackshire/Michael.blackshire@ajc.com)

Defensive players hustle to the next practice area during media day practice at Georgia State Football Complex on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 in Atlanta. (Michael Blackshire/Michael.blackshire@ajc.com)

Carlos Fletcher (DE), left, celebrates during a good training play during media day practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 in Atlanta. (Michael Blackshire/Michael.blackshire@ajc.com)

Darren Grainger (QB) drinks water during media day practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 in Atlanta. (Michael Blackshire/Michael.blackshire@ajc.com)

Strength Coach Mike Sirignano celebrates alongside Jay Dixon (RB) during a good training play during media day practice at Georgia State Football Complex on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 in Atlanta. (Michael Blackshire/Michael.blackshire@ajc.com)

(From left) Tristan Lyon (PK), Michai Hill (DE), and Isaac Kone (PK), prepare to practice during media day practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 in Atlanta. (Michael Blackshire/Michael.blackshire@ajc.com)

Equipment Manager Derek Sherry throws the ball to quarterbacks during media day practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 in Atlanta. (Michael Blackshire/Michael.blackshire@ajc.com)

Braylen Ragland (QB) throws the ball down field during media day practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 in Atlanta. (Michael Blackshire/Michael.blackshire@ajc.com)

Georgia State Panthers running back KZ Adams (17) catches during practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

Georgia State Panthers safety TyGee Leach (29) attempts to catch the ball under pressure during practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

Georgia State Panthers wide receiver Rykem Laney (6) is seen during practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

Georgia State Panthers defense practices at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

Georgia State wide receiver Rykem Laney (6) catches a ball at practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

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Staying hydrated: Georgia State Panthers offensive lineman Lamar Robinson (78) takes a water break during Tuesday's practice at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. (Arvin Temkar / arvin.temkar@ajc.com)

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