Kansas University junior offensive lineman Brad Thorson and five teammates released a letter Monday night voicing their support for athletic director Lew Perkins and asking fans for their continued support of the football program.
Their letter is as follows:
“KU Fans:
On behalf of the junior class we would like to express our unwavering confidence in this team and the Athletic Department. We recognize the amazing opportunity the University of Kansas has given us all and could not be more thankful. We are excited to start preparation for next season and trust that all other aspects of the program will be handled in a satisfactory manner. We have no doubts that Lew Perkins is acting in our best interest to ensure a successful season next year and years to come. As student-athletes we will keep striving to fulfill our obligations both in the classroom and on the field as we always have. We ask for the fans continued support in our football program and the athletic department and together we can move forward. Rock Chalk Jayhawk.
Sal Capra, Drew Dudley, Chris Harris, Jake Laptad, Brad Thorson, John Wilson”
