GREENVILLE, S.C. -- The Furman Paladins are ranked No. 15 in Athlon Sports' 2021 Preseason FCS  Top 25 Poll, it was announced today.

Furman, which on Monday earned a No. 8 ranking in HERO Sports' Preseason FCS Top 25 Poll, wasthe highest ranked Southern Conference team in the poll, which also included Wofford (20th).

The Paladins, a recent preseason pick by SoCon media to win the league, kick off the 2021 campaign on Feb. 20 at home against Western Carolina in a 2:00 p.m. contest.  Furman is scheduled to play an eight-game, conference-only spring schedule.

For the complete Athlon Sports 2021 Preseason FCS Top 25 Poll, click here.