Kansas football assesses running backs performance during fall camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 9:04 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Kansas football's running backs coach Jonathan Wallace spoke about the team's performance during fall camp on August 16, 2026. He highlighted the preparation and resilience of his group despite injuries impacting available players, including redshirt freshman Justin Thurman, who is out for the season. Wallace praised Jalen Dupree for his decisive running and noted the improvement of junior Yasin Willis in various facets of play, particularly in pass protection and catching. Wallace also pointed to the complementary skill sets of Dylan Edwards and Willis as crucial for the upcoming season. The Kansas running backs will continue to hone their skills and adapt as camp progresses.
- •Jonathan Wallace praises running backs' preparation and resilience amid injuries.
- •Justin Thurman is sidelined for the season, impacting the group’s depth.
- •Jalen Dupree earns praise for decisive running after missing spring.
- •Yasin Willis shows improvement in pass protection and catching.
- •Wallace highlights the potential of a duo featuring Dylan Edwards and Willis.
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"What does Kansas football running backs coach Jonathan Wallace think of his position group? Here’s what he had to say recently as fall camp continued.
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