Breaking News: Jayhawks Secure High-Profile Transfer, Supercharging
Lance Leipold and the Kansas football program have made an impressive start to the offseason by aggressively pursuing transfers. The team has secured nearly a dozen new players, strengthening a roster that was already filled with veteran talent this past season.
One of the standout additions to the squad is DJ Graham, a cornerback who previously played at Oklahoma and Utah State. Graham gained national attention during his time in Norman, particularly for an unforgettable one-handed interception in a 2021 game against Nebraska. The stunning play, which landed on SportsCenter’s Top Ten, remains one of the most jaw-dropping highlights in recent college football history. Even if you haven’t seen Graham play, it’s likely you’ve seen that incredible interception, which is widely regarded as one of the best of that season.
Graham’s acrobatic pick was a true spectacle, made even more memorable by the enthusiastic commentary from Gus Johnson. Kansas fans will certainly be hoping for more moments like that with Graham in a Jayhawk uniform.
Over the course of his three years at Oklahoma, Graham registered 72 tackles, five pass breakups, and two interceptions in 28 games. Unfortunately, he missed the 2023 season due to an undisclosed injury and later transferred to Utah State. Now, the Keller, Texas native will use his final year of eligibility to play for Kansas, returning to the Big 12 for another opportunity.
With the departure of All-Big 12 cornerbacks Cobee Bryant and Mello Dotson, Kansas needed to bolster its secondary heading into the offseason. Leipold and his coaching staff have quickly addressed that need, and the addition of Graham provides a major boost to the defense.
The excitement surrounding Graham’s arrival is palpable, especially given the highlight-reel potential he brings to the team. Alongside Alabama transfer Jahlil Hurley, Graham is expected to play a key role in the Jayhawks’ secondary next season, helping to fortify a crucial position and enhance Kansas’ defense. Fans are eager to see how Graham will contribute to the program and whether his game-changing plays will continue in his new home in Lawrence.