Louisville focuses on defensive line improvements for upcoming season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 1:16 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Louisville is enhancing its defensive line as the college football season approaches. Key players Clev Lubin and AJ Green return after strong seasons, including Lubin's impressive stats of 13.5 tackles for loss and 8.5 sacks last year. The coaching staff added depth through the transfer portal, including Tyler Thompson and Jerod Smith, to bolster both edge rushing and run defense. The interior line presents challenges, with gaps due to graduation, but new additions like Demeco Kennedy and Daylen Russell are expected to step up. Louisville aims for a solid defensive performance as the season begins.
- •Clev Lubin returns after a standout year with 64 total pressures.
- •AJ Green looks to expand his role as a pass rusher and run defender.
- •Louisville added Tyler Thompson and Jerod Smith for immediate impact.
- •Concerns remain about the interior defensive line after roster changes.
- •New players Demeco Kennedy and Daylen Russell expected to contribute.
- 1:16 PMYahoo Sports — Louisville Football Position Previews: Defensive Line
"Louisville entered the portal window this offseason with a focus on the offensive line, but one could argue that they ended up better off on the other side of the trenches. The staff secured the return of Clev Lubin and AJ Green to man the edges, then they went to work to replace the seniors […]
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