#23
Kanye Thompson
Returning to Pittsburgh for 2026
McKeesport, PA → McKeesport
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Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Pat Narduzzi
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Pittsburgh
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Defensive back · Pittsburgh
Returning around him
- 1 Pittsburgh player drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -5 net (16 in / 21 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Pittsburgh · Last season: 8-5 (AP #24) · Talent rank #56 · 2026 recruiting class #44
Background
Enrolled at the University of Pittsburgh in January 2026 following his transfer from Slippery Rock. SLIPPERY ROCK (2022-25): Appeared in 24 games, making 17 starts…logged 85 tackles, 13 pass breakups, 6.5 tackles for loss, four sacks and a blocked kick throughout his career…his four forced fumble...
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