Joe Dineen shares insights on KU defensive ends during fall camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 8:06 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Kansas football's defensive ends are progressing positively as fall camp continues. Assistant coach Joe Dineen expressed satisfaction with the unit's development, particularly emphasizing junior Leroy Harris III, who led the team in sacks last season. Dineen highlighted the need for technique and consistency among players, especially freshmen, to adapt from high school to college competition. He believes the team's top four defensive ends offer versatility that will challenge opposing offenses. Dineen also noted individual players, including Alex Bray, Dakyus Brinkley, Garrett Martin, and David Santiago, as key contributors with potential to enhance the team’s performance this season.
- •Leroy Harris III led KU in sacks last season.
- •Joe Dineen emphasizes technique and consistency for defensive ends.
- •Freshmen are learning essential skills to transition to college play.
- •Dineen values versatility among the team's top defensive ends.
- •Key contributors include Alex Bray and David Santiago.
- 8:06 AMYahoo Sports — Led by Leroy Harris III, here's how KU football’s defensive ends are looking
"As KU football makes its way through fall camp, how are the Jayhawks’ defensive ends progressing? Here’s what assistant coach Joe Dineen had to say.
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