Lance Leipold Optimistic About Kansas' New-Look Backfield Ahead of 2026 SeasonKansas football enters the 2026 season with uncertainty at quarterback, but one position group appears to be a clear strength. He noted that Colorado State transfer Jalen Dupree missed significant time during spring practices but is now back on the field. Former Colorado and Kansas State standout Dylan Edwards headlines the group after returning to his home state looking to revitalize his career. Instead, Kansas appears poised to rotate multiple backs throughout games to keep each player fresh while maximizing their individual strengths. AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementIf the group remains as healthy as Leipold expects, the running back room could become one of the driving forces behind Kansas' offense in 2026.