The University of Dayton football team was recognized in the Pioneer Football Leagues (PFL) preseason conference team.[DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]Seven Dayton Flyers were named to this years preseason teams.This came one day after UD was picked to finish fourth in the PFL, according to a UD spokesperson.TRENDING STORIES:1 dead, 2 injured after 3-vehicle crash on busy area roadSpringfield residents divided over TPS expiration for Haitian neighbors; Mayor issues statementDayton City Commissioner recovering after surgeryRunning back Luke Hansen, offensive lineman Matthew Barnes, wide receivers Michael Mussari and Gavin Lachow each picked up PFL preseason honors on offense.The defense had three preseason selections. This includes defensive tackle Mirko Jaksic and linebackers Joe Kingsbury and Sam Schmiesing.Dayton went 7-4 overall and 5-3 in the PFL in 2025.The Flyers open the 2026 season by hosting Fairmont State on Aug. 29 at Welcome Stadium. Kickoff is at noon. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]