Kansas football tight ends prepare for 2026 season amid camp evaluations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 2:44 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

As Kansas football approaches the 2026 season, co-offensive coordinator and tight ends coach Matt Lubick has provided insights into the team's tight end group during fall camp. Lubick praised the overall depth and performance of the tight ends, noting contributions from both returning players and newcomers. He highlighted the progress of redshirt sophomore Carson Bruhn, who has improved his pass-catching skills, and redshirt senior Jailen Butler, who is working on becoming a reliable target in the passing game. The team's home opener is scheduled for September 4 against LIU.
- •Lubick emphasized the depth of the tight end group.
- •Carson Bruhn has shown significant improvement in both skill and leadership.
- •Jailen Butler aims to increase his role in the passing game.
- •Consistency is a focus for the tight ends heading into the season opener.
- •The home game against LIU is set for September 4.
- 2:44 PMYahoo Sports — Analyzing Kansas football’s tight ends as 2026 season approaches
"How are KU football’s tight ends performing as the 2026 season approaches for the Jayhawks? Here’s what their position coach had to say about them:
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