UND football camp insights reveal running back distribution and defensive concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 12:31 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
FootballAs the University of North Dakota football team continues its 2026 fall camp, questions about player performance and team dynamics are being addressed. Beat reporter Tom Miller highlights redshirt freshman Brody Thornton as a potential sleeper and expresses confidence in the quarterback position with Jerry Kaminski leading the charge. Defensive depth, particularly in the secondary, may be a concern if key players remain unavailable. Running back duties are expected to be shared among Matt Lawson, Charles Langama, and Colton Brunell, with the possibility of surprise contributions. With fall camp ongoing, coaches and fans alike are looking for clarity on depth and standout performances ahead of the season.
- •UND football fall camp approaches midway point
- •Brody Thornton could emerge as a key player
- •Running back duties likely shared among Lawson, Langama, Brunell
- •Defensive backfield concerns depend on player availability
- •Kaminski leads a strong quarterback group despite some uncertainties
- 12:31 AMYahoo Sports — Herald UND football mailbag: Running back predictions, breakout candidates and camp surprises
"Aug. 12—GRAND FORKS — With UND football's 2026 fall camp at about the midway point, the Herald asked readers for questions about the Fighting Hawks. Herald UND football beat reporter Tom Miller answered the questions. Q. Who is the one sleeper on the team who deserves more attention? A. Brody Thornton. The redshirt freshman edge out of Wisconsin is up to 6-foot-5 and 245 pounds and appears ...
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