Kansas football is not usually at the top of the list in any category in the Big 12, but something is different about the Jayhawks senior linebacker. Joe Dineen Jr. was a glimmer of sunshine in an otherwise miserable season for the Jayhawks last season, as Dineen led the Big 12 in total tackles (137) and tackles for loss (25). In 2017, Dineen was awarded all Big 12 second team honors. Now the leader of the defense, Dineen is primed for another big season that might make NFL scouts take stock in the Jayhawks linebacker.
2. Dakota Allen, Texas Tech
The "Last Chance U" star Dakota Allen made fans of Texas Tech elated with his decision to return to Lubbock for his senior season.