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Lance Leipold and Kansas Extend Offer to 2027 Wideout Jai Jones

As the Kansas Jayhawks wrap up their historic 2026 recruiting class, Lance Leipold and Co. are beginning to pivot to the 2027 graduating year. KU targeted one of Arizona's top wideouts in a recent recruiting move, offering 3-star prospect Jai Jones on Thursday.

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Big 12 Football 2025: Phil Steele Gives Kansas Debatable Ranking

After a letdown 2024 season that saw the Kansas Jayhawks miss out on a bowl game, national expectations have cooled heading into this year. Although there is optimism about a potential turnaround in Lawrence, respected college football analyst Phil Steele isn’t completely bought into the Jayhawks.

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Pelicans sign G League Rookie of the Year, two-time All-American to deals

The New Orleans Pelicans have filled their open two-way slots, having signed guard Trey Alexander and center Hunter Dickinson to two-way contracts, according to NBA.com’s transaction log.

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Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 3

Kansas Unveils Field Design for New Football Stadium

The pieces are coming together for the Kansas Jayhawks’ new football stadium scheduled to open next month for the 2025 season. On Thursday, KU revealed the highly anticipated look of the new Kivisto Field at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.

Jalon Daniels News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 3

Kansas' Jalon Daniels a Longshot to Win Heisman in New Odds

Jalon Daniels and the Kansas Jayhawks are looking to bounce back from a disheartening 5-7 finish last season. Widely considered one of college football’s most electrifying signal-callers, Daniels is spending his final year of collegiate eligibility in Lawrence as he looks to bring KU back to a bowl game.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 3

Kansas Basketball Slides Into Top 15 in Latest Preseason Rankings

National media had highly criticized the Kansas Jayhawks' offseason until Bill Self made a pair of impact additions last week. Now, the Jayhawks have a much deeper roster and are expected to return to premier status in the upcoming campaign.

Damarius McGhee News / Heartland College Sports / July 2

Kansas Loses Former Top-100 Prospect Damarius McGhee to Portal

Damarius McGhee’s time in Lawrence has come to an end, as the former LSU four-star and Top‑100 cornerback has officially entered the NCAA transfer portal.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 2

2026 Kansas Football Recruiting Class Rises to No. 1 in Big 12

The Kansas Jayhawks now own the top ranked 2026 recruiting class in the Big 12 after receiving a verbal commitment last week from three-star defensive lineman Lucas Smalls-Allen.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 1

Kansas Football Adds Final Opponent to 2027 Nonconference Schedule

The Kansas Jayhawks continue to piece together the school's future football schedules, locking in matchups years in advance to round out upcoming nonconference slates.

Lance Leipold News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 1

Lance Leipold and Kansas Make Intriguing 2026 Special Teams Addition

The Kansas Jayhawks recently made an intriguing addition to Lance Leipold’s tremendous 2026 recruiting class. Ben Shipley, a punter from Cypress Woods High School, committed to KU on Monday night.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 1

Kansas Basketball to Play Two ACC Schools in Players Era Festival

One of the most anticipated early-season events in the upcoming college basketball season is the 2025 Players Era Festival. A recent report from CBS Sports' Matt Norlander revealed that the Kansas Jayhawks will play the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and Syracuse Orange in the first two games of the tournament.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 1

Kansas Football Reveals Attendees for 2025 Big 12 Media Days

The Kansas Jayhawks will be well-represented when Big 12 Media Days kick off on July 8 and 9 at The Star in Frisco, Texas. Lance Leipold and the Jayhawks are sending four student-athletes to this year’s event — quarterback Jalon Daniels, center Bryce Foster, defensive end Dean Miller, and defensive tackle D.J.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / June 30

EA Sports Teaser Would Be a Dream Come True for Kansas Jayhawks Fans

EA Sports hasn’t released a college basketball video game since NCAA Basketball 10 dropped in 2009 with Blake Griffin on the cover. But 15 years later, fans of the Kansas Jayhawks and other schools across the country might be able to play with their favorite teams sooner rather than later.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / June 30

Where Kansas Basketball Is Ranked in Early 2025-26 Preseason Rankings

The Kansas Jayhawks find themselves in an unfamiliar position heading into the upcoming season, as no one really knows where Bill Self's overhauled roster stands.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / June 29

Where Every Kansas Basketball Alum Ended Up After the NBA Draft

For just the first time since 2021 and the third time since 2010, the Kansas Jayhawks basketball program had no players taken in the NBA Draft this week.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / June 29

Comparing Kansas Basketball’s Freshman Class to Other Big 12 Schools

The Kansas Jayhawks will rely heavily on their young core this season after several years of leaning on veteran depth. Now that Paul Mbiya and Kohl Rosario are officially on board, KU’s 2025 freshman class appears to be complete.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / June 28

Kansas Listed Among College Football’s Top ‘Wild Card’ Teams

Coming into the 2024 campaign, the Kansas Jayhawks were expected to compete for a Big 12 title and have one of the best seasons in program history. Instead, KU got off to a horrendous 1-5 start and failed to reach bowl eligibility even after a late-year surge.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / June 28

Kansas Basketball Target Schedules Visit With Rival Kansas State

Jalen Montonati had received eight offers before even wrapping up his freshman year of high school, two of which came from the most prominent college basketball

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / June 27

Kansas Football Lands Commitment From 3-Star DT Lucas Smalls-Allen

Head coach Lance Leipold and the Kansas football staff continue their impressive offseason on the recruiting trail after landing a commitment from three-star defensive tackle Lucas Smalls-Allen.

Lance Leipold News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / June 27

Lance Leipold and Kansas Miss Out on Top-Ranked In-State Recruit

Lance Leipold has assembled what is shaping up to be the best recruiting class in Kansas Jayhawks history for the 2026 graduating year. Unfortunately, KU missed out on its top remaining target on the recruiting trail on Thursday when tight end Ian Premer committed to Notre Dame.