Illinois vs. Kansas - September 07, 2024

Isaiah Marshall Stock Report: Kansas QB Continues to Rise After Career Day vs. UtahKansas quarterback Isaiah Marshall has shown massive improvement in recent weeks, highlighted by his career day against No. 12 Utah.

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Shocking CFB Top 25 Shakeup 🔢Texas falls 6 spots after suffering upset loss. Tap for new projections after Week 6 📲

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CFP Title Race Is Wide Open 🏆After 6 weeks, there's still no clear No. 1 favorite. Multiple teams still have question marks 📲

Five Instant Takeaways From Kansas Football’s Disheartening Loss to UtahWhile Kansas threatened with a comeback attempt tonight, it was unable to pull off the upset against No. 12-ranked Utah.

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Week 6 Winners & Losers 📊🐻 UCLA is a playoff contender 🦓 Controversy in UGA win? 📲 Takeaways from chaotic slate

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Clayton debuts, leads Illinois to win in overtime thriller against Michigan State An up and down rollercoaster leads to an Illini win

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Katin Houser exits game with an injuryHouser left the game on a play that resulted in a Michigan State interception.

Live Game Thread & Updates for Kansas Football vs. Utah UtesKeep track of the Kansas vs. Utah football score in today's matchup with our periodic game updates.

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Illinois Football at Michigan State Game DiscussionTalk here!

Could Weather Play a Factor in Kansas’ Road Clash at Utah in Rice-Eccles Stadium?The Kansas football team already faces a daunting task taking on No. 12 Utah later tonight. However, an outside factor could end up being another obstacle in th

Staff Picks: Predicting Which Team Wins in Kansas Football vs. Utah ShowdownWho will come out on top in tonight's showdown between Kansas and Utah? Our staff at Kansas on SI each made their final score predictions.

Kansas Football Fans Erupt After Jalon Daniels' First NFL WinKansas Jayhawk fans took to social media on Thursday to express their excitement following Jalon Daniels’ first win in the NFL.

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No. 24 Illinois swept by No. 7 WisconsinThe Illini defense couldn’t find an answer to Wisconsin’s star freshman Audrey Flanagan.

Former Kansas QB Jalon Daniels Shines in Buccaneers’ Upset Win Over CowboysFormer KU star Jalon Daniels stunned the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday Night Football, guiding a winless Bucs team to its first victory.

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Can Illinois still make a bowl? Fans don’t think soNot feeling optimistic.

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Column | 3 goals for Illini to get back on track against Spartans"We're a 2-3 football program that has lost two games, in my opinion, one-score games that could have easily gone the other direction if we just executed a little bit better in all three phases," said head coach Bret Bielema. "And bottom line, we're not." After back-to-back Big Ten losses, Illinois (2-3, 0-2) sits near...

Kansas Football Opponent Preview: Get to Know the Utah UtesGet a scouting report on the No. 12 Utah Utes as Kansas football gets set for their first true Big 12 road game of the 2026 season.

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ESPN Matchup Predictor Forecasts Kansas Football's Daunting Matchup at UtahKansas is a huge underdog heading into its matchup against Utah. What does the ESPN Matchup Predictor forecast for the Jayhawks' road tilt in Salt Lake City?

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Wishful Thinking: Can Kansas Keep It Close Against No. 12-Ranked Utah?While Kansas' upcoming matchup at Utah should be a blowout on paper, there's reason to believe the Jayhawks can keep it close in Salt Lake City.

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Illinois, Green determined to finish close gamesIllini are emphasizing late-game consistency in hopes of bringing March Madness to Champaign.

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Illinois looks to regroup amid injuries, defensive changes ahead of Michigan StateA battered and bruised Illinois squad will head to East Lansing on Saturday, looking to turn its season around.

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Column | Why not us? It already wasIn the hours before Gies Memorial Stadium opened its gates to a sellout crowd that would soon suffer through a frustrating, embarrassing Illinois (2-3, 0-2) loss on Saturday, the new video board showed the final few minutes of the Minnesota-Michigan game. All 30 million pixels of the largest screen in college football broadcast the moment...

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CFB Week 6 Predictions 🔮Picking winners of every game as season hits halfway mark 📲

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Cooper's communication changes give Illinois' defense a fresh look"Nobody plays fast if they aren't confident in what they're doing," said head coach Bret Bielema. "Usually your best players are guys that play with extreme confidence." New defensive play caller Roger Cooper is trying to get his guys to play with that confidence. The inside linebackers coach recently took over play-calling duties after Bobby...

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Illinois Football Looks One-Dimensional in Costly loss to PurdueIllinois Offensive Coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. discusses the loss to Purdue, and where his unit goes from here as the Illini look ahead to the rest of their Big Ten schedule.

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Illinois loses out on 2027 five-star Darius WabbingtonPremier big man chooses Hoosiers over Illini.

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Kansas Football DE Leroy Harris III Emerging as College Football StarKansas football defensive end Leroy Harris III has quickly established himself as one of the best defenders in college football this season.

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How to Watch Illinois at Michigan State: Game Time, TV Channel, Online Streaming and OddsNeed this one.

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Kansas Football Depth Chart: Jayhawks Switch Up Offensive Line StartersThe Kansas football team shuffled its offensive line again ahead of its matchup against No. 12 Utah.

‘Fast and free’: Cooper looks to reinvigorate Illinois’ defenseHow much better can the Illini defense really get?

Column | 'Just one of those days:' Illinois' loss to Purdue latest link in losing chainThere are a lot of words that can describe Illinois' (2-3, 0-2) 24-17 loss to Purdue (2-3, 1-1) on Saturday. None of them are pretty, but neither was the game. "(It) just felt like one of those days where everything that you said, 'Hey, we can't do this,' it happened," said head coach Bret Bielema....

Gallery | Illinois' Homecoming loss to Purdue, in photosSkip to Content Hi! I'm Sam, and I am a senior studying journalism and gender and women's studies. I started working at Illini Media Company in Fall 2023 as a staff photographer for The Illio, and I became the Senior Photographer for both The Illio and The Daily Illini in Spring 2024.

Former Kansas QB Jalon Daniels Makes History in First Tampa Bay Buccaneers StartFormer Kansas football quarterback Jalon Daniels made history on Sunday in his first NFL start with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

🚨 Week 5 CFB AP Top 25 Poll

😬 Gators drop 8 spots 📈 Bama just outside top 5 📲 Tap for full rankings

🚨 Week 5 AP Top 25 Poll😬 Gators drop 8 spots 📈 Bama just outside top 5 📲 Tap for full rankings

Purdue steals the Cannon at Illinois' HomecomingThe Cannon Trophy left Champaign as the Illini (2-3, 0-2) fell to the Purdue Boilermakers (2-3, 1-1) in their Homecoming game Saturday afternoon. Illinois started to unravel from the first quarter. Incomplete passes, a hurt player and a missed field goal attempt all contributed to a scoreless first 15 minutes.

Massive Shakeup in CFB Top 25 List 🔢Florida and Mississippi State were both humbled after lopsided losses. Tap for new Top 5 📲

CFB Week 5 Winners & Losers 📊🐐 Jeremiah enters GOAT convo? 🔻 Kamario's Heisman odds tank 📲 Full recap after Saturday

Missed opportunities lead to deflating Illinois loss to Purdue Purdue claim the Cannon trophy in 24-17 win during Illinois homecoming.  

Week 5 CFB Playoff Predictions 👀Gators became the latest contender to learn how difficult life can be on the road in the SEC

Postgame Thoughts: Kansas Football’s Defense Is Becoming Its New IdentityWhile Kansas' offense stole the show today, D.K. McDonald's defensive adjustments should not go unnoticed.

Illinois Football vs. Purdue Game DiscussionTalk here!

Kansas Report Card: Grading Jayhawks’ Position Groups From KU’s Blowout Victory vs. MTSUKansas' defense stifled Middle Tennessee State in today's matchup. Here is our report card for all the Jayhawks' major position groups this afternoon.

‘We’re bigger, we’re longer’: Length, athleticism fuel new-look Illinois defenseHow the 2026-27 Illini will look defensively.

Live Game Thread & Updates for Kansas Football vs. Middle TennesseeKeep track of the Kansas vs. Middle Tennessee State score in today's matchup with our periodic game updates.

Column | 3 predictions for Illinois vs. PurdueAfter a loss to open Big Ten play, Illinois (2-2, 0-1) parted ways with its defensive coordinator, Bobby Hauck. The Illini have a big test Saturday against the Purdue Boilermakers (1-3, 0-1) and a lot to prove. The defense is the obvious candidate for scrutiny. The Illini are No.

ESPN Matchup Predictor Analyzes Kansas Football vs. MTSU ShowdownKansas resumes its season this week following a bye week. Will the Jayhawks pick up a win over Middle Tennessee? Here's what the ESPN Matchup Predictor thinks.

Illinois vs. Purdue sells outIt will be a packed house on Saturday.

Staff Picks: Predicting Final Score Between Kansas Football and Middle TennesseeThe Kansas on SI staff wrote up their score predictions for the Jayhawks' first game back from the bye vs. Middle Tennessee State.

How to Watch Illinois vs. Purdue: Game Time, TV Channel, Online Streaming and OddsUp for the cannon.

Colleges Paid Athletes $1.77BFirst year of revenue sharing resulted in massive payouts (The Athletic)

How To Watch Kansas Football vs. Middle Tennessee State in Week 5Here's everything Kansas football fans need to know to watch the Jayhawks take on Middle Tennessee State during Week 5 this Saturday.

ESPN’s FPI Gives Kansas Football Long Odds to Reach Bowl Game After 1-2 StartESPN’s College Football Power Index now gives the Kansas Jayhawks long odds of reaching a bowl game after a disappointing 1-2 start to the 2026 season.

Former Kansas Football Star Devin Neal Finds New Home with Minnesota VikingsKansas football legend Devin Neal has signed with the Minnesota Vikings after previously being let go by the New Orleans Saints.

CFP Nearing 24-Team FieldLeadership says they 'are definitely going to' expand if TV deal lines up (Yahoo)

Bucs Rookie QB's Analogy 🤣Jalon Daniels dropping knowledge. Tap to watch full quote 🎥

Kansas QB Isaiah Marshall Feels Like Himself Again After Bye: ‘I Have More Confidence'Isaiah Marshall feels more comfortable and confident as Kansas prepares for its next matchup following a much-needed bye week.

Week 5 CFB Picks 🔮Breaking down the slate of games with potential major surprises on the horizon ➡️

What Kansas Football Can Prove in Its Tune-Up Game Against MTSU Before Big 12 PlayThe Kansas Jayhawks have several areas to address this Saturday as they look to build confidence against MTSU before a tougher stretch of the schedule.

Bielema speaks on Hauck's departure, declines to name new play caller"I just don't know (that) our identity was really there," said head coach Bret Bielema. Former defensive coordinator Bobby Hauck spoke with Bielema Sunday to discuss his role. They came to a mutual agreement that Hauck would step down as the defensive coordinator for Illinois. "His final comment to me ...

Column | What positions outperformed in Illinois' loss to Ohio StateIn football, like any sport, there are winners and losers. While the Illini (2-2, 0-1) ultimately lost to the then-No. 7 Ohio State Buckeyes (3-1, 1-0), certain players and positions stood out for its individual performances. While some players for Illinois did all they could to potentially push the Illini closer in contention to the...

Lance Leipold and Kansas Make Surprise Midseason Additions to Bolster RosterAmid an ongoing injury crisis for the Kansas football team, the program made several additions to its roster during the bye week.

Illinois, Hauck part ways: ‘He felt it wasn’t working for him’Bobby Hauck and Illinois parted ways just four games into the season.

Former Kansas Football QB Jalon Daniels Presented With Temporary Starting OpportunityAfter Tampa Bay's quarterback went down yesterday, former Kansas signal-caller Jalon Daniels will be in line for his first NFL start next week.

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Column | Notebook from Illinois' conference-opening defeatScore vs. stats While Illinois (2-2, 0-1) lost handily to No. 5 Ohio State (3-1, 1-0) 42-19, the stats told a different story. The Illini racked up 462 yards of offense and averaged 6.5 yards per play, not far behind the Buckeyes 518 yards and 7.6 yards per play.

Illinois at Michigan State game time announcedBret Bielema will head to Michigan State for the first time as Illinois Head Coach.

Early CFP Projections ↕️Gators were rewarded for their marquee win over Ole Miss in AP's Top 25

Bobby Hauck departs Illinois program after four gamesHe’s gone.

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Illinois parts ways with defensive coordinator Bobby Hauck after 4 gamesAccording to a press release from Illinois (2-2, 0-1), defensive coordinator Bobby Hauck and the program have parted ways after just four games. Hauck, a longtime head coach at Montana, was hired this offseason to implement a new 3-3-5 defensive scheme. "Coach Hauck reached out to me early this morning and asked to meet ahead...

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📈 Florida jumps to top 10 😬 Michigan unranked again 📲 Tap for full standings

🚨 Week 4 CFB AP Top 25 Poll📈 Florida jumps to top 10 😬 Michigan unranked again 📲 Tap for full standings

Kansas Football Could Soon Regret Moving on From QB David McCombKansas' quarterback struggles have made David McComb an interesting "what-if" now that the transfer has held his own at his new school.

New Top 5 in CFB Rankings 👀The top 2 teams from last week flip while Mississippi State SURGES. Full breakdown 📲

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Unmade plays haunt Illini in Big Ten opener against BuckeyesIllinois (2-2, 0-1) walked away from Ohio Stadium following its 42-19 loss to Ohio State (3-1, 1-0) with few highlights. The offense collected 462 yards - including nearly 200 on the ground. Junior punter Lars Rau and fifth-year kicker Ethan Moczulski impressed on special teams. Even the much-maligned defense showed faint flashes of promise at...

CFB Week 4 Winners & Losers 📊😏 Karma for Michigan? 💺 Burning hot seats for coaches 📲Full breakdown of wild slate

New CFB Playoff Predictions 👀Ole Miss is the focal point in back-to-back weeks. Full breakdown 📲

Jeremiah Felt Bad for DB 🤷‍♂️OSU star was literally laughing after 72-yard TD

Defensive woes continue as No. 7 Ohio State stomps Illinois Smith shines as the Buckeyes claim the Illibuck in 42-19 victory. 

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The way this one's started, Jeremiah Smith might break some more records today 🔥 The @OhioStateFB WR's 72-yard score gives him two 1Q TDs Watch on FOX

The Big Ten’s money gap: Comparing Illinois and Ohio State footballIllinois will visit Ohio State, a program with a lot more money than the Illini.

TCR Reacts: Collin Dixon will be HOW GOOD this year??How many TD grabs for the star wideout?

Kansas Football QB Isaiah Marshall Leads College Football in Surprising StatDespite a rocky start to his tenure as a starter, Kansas quarterback Isaiah Marshall leads CFB in one unexpected stat.

Illinois’ passing game can’t rely solely on Collin DixonMultiple options will be necessary against dynamic defenses.

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How to Watch Illinois at Ohio State: Game Time, TV Channel, Online Streaming and OddsUpset?

Can Kansas Football Revive Excitement Around the Program This Season?Kansas football enters its bye week with plenty of questions. Can Lance Leipold and the Jayhawks salvage the year?

TCR Reacts Survey: How many TDs for Collin Dixon in 2026?How good can he be?

🚨 Week 4 CFB AP Top 25 Poll📈 Ole Miss in the top 5 🫣 Texas A&M drops 14 spots 📲 Tap for full standings

Illini in the NFL: Jacas picks off Aaron RodgersA big weekend for the former Illini.

Andy Kotelnicki Has Some Serious Questions to Answer Going Into Kansas’ ByeAs Kansas enters a crucial bye week, associate head coach Andy Kotelnicki has plenty to correct with his offense.

🚨 Week 3 CFB AP Top 25 Poll

📈 Ole Miss in the top 5 🫣 Texas A&M drops 14 spots 📲 Tap for full standings

Lance Leipold Admits Concern About One Kansas Position Group’s HealthAfter Saturday's loss to Arizona State in London, HC Lance Leipold mentioned a serious area of concern for the Kansas football team moving forward.

Week 3 Winners & Losers 📊📡 Many teams off national radar 😈 Revenge game for the ages 📈 SEC QBs putting up numbers

Early CFB Bracket Predictions 👀Louisville should now be viewed as the No. 1 contender to Miami in the ACC 📲

1st Ever CFB TD at Wembley 🏟️

Jayhawks' Tate Nagy takes punt return 72 yards to the house

Biggest Winners and Losers From Kansas’ Week 3 Loss to Arizona StateKansas football suffered a frustrating loss to Arizona State in London. Here are the biggest winners and losers from the Jayhawks' 24-17 defeat.

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London Letdown: Kansas Football Falls to Arizona State in Union Jack ClassicKansas football suffered a frustrating defeat against the Arizona State Sun Devils in the Union Jack Classic in London.

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Illinois Football vs. Southern Illinois Game DiscussionTalk here!

Live Game Thread & Updates for Kansas Football vs. Arizona State in LondonKeep track of the Kansas vs. Arizona State score in the Union Jack Classic with our periodic game updates.

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Kansas vs Arizona State: Latest Injury Report Brings Some Good News for Jayhawks The latest injury report for the Kansas vs Arizona State game today spells positive news for a pair of key Jayhawks in the Union Jack Classic.

Kansas Football vs Arizona State: Get to Know the Sun DevilsGet a scouting report on the Arizona State Sun Devils as Kansas football gets set to face off against their Big 12 foe at the Union Jack Classic in London.

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All eyes on defense as Illini look to tackle SalukisIllinois (1-1) head coach Bret Bielema has been pushing the idea that the team can't get beat by Duke twice following its 31-27 loss on Saturday. A second loss to the Blue Devils wouldn't show up in the standings, but would be manifested through a lack of improvement this weekend against the SIU Salukis (2-1)....

TCR Reacts: Illinois fans still see path to eight winsHow many wins can the Illini still get?

Week 3 CFB Picks 🔮Predicting LSU-Ole Miss and every game this week 📲

Staff Picks: Predicting Final Score Between Kansas Football and Arizona StateWho will come out victorious in the first-ever college football game played in Wembley Stadium? Here are our staff picks for Kansas vs. Arizona State.

Kansas’ Crowded Injury Report Features Several Key Jayhawks Ahead of Arizona State GameKansas football has several important players on its injury report ahead of its Big 12 matchup against Arizona State in London.

Andy Kotelnicki Outlines His Goals for 2026 Kansas Football OffenseKansas AHC Andy Kotelnicki believes the offensive unit has responded well to adversity after last week's poor showing against Missouri.

2028 quarterback Owen Herrick commits to IllinoisThe Pittsburgh quarterback chose the Illini over Nebraska, Ole Miss and Syracuse.

New Report Shows Kansas Football Near Bottom of Big 12 in Roster SpendingSee where the Jayhawks stand after a new report by The Athletic placed Kansas football near the bottom of the Big 12 in roster spending.

Kansas HC Lance Leipold Reflects on QB Isaiah Marshall’s Shaky Start vs MissouriHere's what KU's head coach had to say about his quarterback's performance last week vs. Missouri.

How to Watch Kansas Football vs Arizona State in Union Jack ClassicHere's everything Kansas football fans need to know to watch the Jayhawks take on Arizona State in the Union Jack Classic this Saturday.

Illinois’ perplexing playcalling cost them the win SaturdayThe wrong coordinator is catching heat for the Illini’s loss.

Illinois leaning on depth and development as offensive line deals with injuries Another blow to the offensive line as McMillen is done for the season. 

What the Advanced Metrics Say Is Kansas Football’s Biggest Weakness Right NowThe Kansas football team has plenty to clean up up front after its offensive line struggled to protect Isaiah Marshall against Missouri.

TCR Reacts: Illinois’ ceiling for wins after Duke lossHow many wins will the Illini get in 2026?

Why Kansas Football is Now Facing a Must-Win vs Arizona State in LondonFollowing the loss to Missouri, the Kansas Jayhawks are now facing a must-win versus the Arizona State Sun Devils in the Union Jack Classic in London.

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Kickoff time set for Illinois’ road matchup at Ohio StateThe Illini will look to take down the Buckeyes for the first time since 2007.

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🤩 Texas jumps to No. 1 📉 Oregon & OU plummet 📳 Tap for full standings

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Why Lance Leipold May Have Reached His Peak at Kansas FootballFollowing KU’s disappointing defeat to Missouri, it’s time to start asking if Lance Leipold has reached his ceiling as head coach of the Jayhawks.

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🚨 Week 2 CFB AP Top 25 Poll🤩 Texas jumps to No. 1 📉 Oregon & OU plummet 📲 Tap for full standings

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'I don't think we played a great game': Illini fall short against Blue DevilsIt was a hot and sunny day in Champaign as the Illini (1-1) fell victim to the reigning ACC Champions, the Duke Blue Devils (2-0), 31-27. Early on, Illinois looked more cohesive and adapted on the spot to limit Duke. However, this all unraveled after halftime. Unlike last week's game with a Hail Mary to...

Two Positives, One Negative From Kansas’ Border War Defeat to No. 23 MissouriWhile Kansas dropped its rivalry game against No. 23 Missouri, there are several positives the Jayhawks can build on moving forward.

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CFB Week 2 Winners & Losers 📊🦆 Oregon suffers major stunner 🤘 Texas' biggest comeback since 2007 📲 The chaos is officially back

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‘Tackling should be priority one,’: Illinois falls to DukeA disappointing Saturday to say the least for the Illini.

Kansas DE Leroy Harris III Should Be Creeping Onto NFL Scouts’ RadarOne of Kansas football's few bright spots last night was Leroy Harris III, who is shaping up to be the Jayhawks' next star defender.

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Illinois Football vs. Duke Game DiscussionTalk here!

Eli Drinkwitz Slams Kansas for Pregame Hype Video, Tried to ‘Embarrass’ JayhawksMissouri head coach Eliah Drinkwitz clearly took exception to Kansas' pregame hype video and wasn't happy about it in his postgame press conference.

Kansas Football Faces a Serious Quarterback Dilemma With Isaiah MarshallMissouri's defense exposed several of Isaiah Marshall's glaring flaws in Kansas' loss last night.

Lance Leipold’s Rivalry Game Struggles Continue After Another Loss to MissouriLance Leipold's track record of losses in rivalry games grew longer after his Kansas Jayhawks fell to No. 23 Missouri for the second consecutive year.