Kansas football: Position battle updates for Jayhawks after Week 2

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Sep 8, 2023; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks defensive lineman Kenean Caldwell (97) celebrates after an interception against the Illinois Fighting Illini during the second half at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports /

Kansas Football Defensive Tackles

Transfer nose guards Devin Phillips and Gage Keys have done a terrific job clogging the middle and slowing down the run game. Phillips remains the starter after Week 2, but both will continue to receive a hefty amount of snaps.

Tommy Dunn Jr. and DJ Withers are two other defensive tackles up the middle. Withers had been picking up steam to win the job, but neither player has proven themselves yet.

Kenean Caldwell is also starting to get into the mix. He was a full-time starter during the 2021 season but missed last year due to injury.

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