PORTAL IMPROVEMENTS: Why Getting More Size, Depth & Talent Has Kansas Jayhawks Think Bowl Game

Kansas Jayhawks beef up their roster with 28 impactful transfers, signaling a renewed push for bowl eligibility in 2026. Can KU’s bigger, more physical squad with an Andy Kotelnicki reunion finally dominate the lines of scrimmage and play true “bully ball”? Host Derek Johnson spotlights standout newcomers like Chase Jenkins, Jalen Dupree, Yasinn Willis, and Dylan Edwards, while evaluating position groups upgraded through the portal—including receiver, defensive line, safety, linebacker, and running back.

The conversation also confronts lingering questions: Will the new offensive line gel? Can KU’s revamped depth offset key departures and graduation losses? National transfer trends, NIL challenges, and buyout developments raise the stakes for player retention. With only three 2026 departures landing at Power Four programs, Derek Johnson argues that Kansas is winning the exchange and poised to outperform Vegas projections. Are more bowl games ahead for the Jayhawks?

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