The 2022 edition of the defensive line is arguably the best it has been in the D1 era.

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UND returns two starters (Jaelen Johnson and Jalen Morrison) along with a host of others that played consistently in 2021. Ben McNaboe will be leaned on heavily at the other DE spot. The addition of transfer Barty Ogbu will help vs. the physical MVFC run games.

Look for the Hawks to play 8-9 defensive lineman throughout the season in their 3-4 scheme. The depth should help them weather injuries.