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Kansas Basketball’s Overcrowded Backcourt ‘Problem’ is a Good One to Have

Yesterday, the Kansas basketball program received massive news when Melvin Council Jr. announced his return to the university. The fan-favorite guard was granted a preliminary injunction last week and decided to ride it out with the school he initially thought he had finished his collegiate career with.

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Injunction allows Council Jr. back to Kansas for 7th college season

Melvin Council Jr. has returned to Kansas after he was granted a preliminary injunction in a New York state court allowing him to play a seventh season, the school announced Sunday.

Melvin Council News / Hoops Rumors / October 4

Melvin Council Jr. Attempting To Return To Kansas

Guard Melvin Council Jr., who tentatively agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract with the Pelicans in June after he didn’t hear his name called during the draft,

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 3

Kansas Report Card: Grading Jayhawks’ Position Groups From KU’s Blowout Victory vs. MTSU

The Kansas football team looked refreshed in its 55-0 win over Middle Tennessee State today. Lance Leipold's Jayhawks snapped a two-game losing streak en route to a blowout victory in the nonconference finale.

College Football News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 2

ESPN Matchup Predictor Analyzes Kansas Football vs. MTSU Showdown

Kansas recently wrapped up its final bye week of the regular season and now has to play nine consecutive games without a break. The Jayhawks are reeling after a 1-2 start, but will get one more tune-up against Conference USA opponent Middle Tennessee State this week.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 1

Kansas HC Bill Self Offers Glowing Praise for Returning Star Tre White

Last week, Kansas forward Tre White was granted a preliminary injunction in an Indiana court along with 96 other plaintiffs. He announced that he'd be returning to the Jayhawks for his final season of eligibility, though that status remains subject to the ongoing legal battle.

Christian Reeves News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 1

Jayhawks Center Christian Reeves Could Be Ready Before Kansas’ Season Opener

When Kansas recruited big man Christian Reeves out of the transfer portal, Bill Self knew he had battled a shoulder injury the previous season. The senior transfer opted for labrum surgery in May, which clouded his timetable for the regular season.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 1

ESPN’s FPI Gives Kansas Football Long Odds to Reach Bowl Game After 1-2 Start

For most Kansas football fans, seeing the Jayhawks reach a bowl game indicates a wildly successful season. After all, it’s only happened 15 times in program history.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 1

A Scary Truth About Kansas Basketball’s Current 2026-27 Roster Situation

The national perception around the Kansas basketball team has changed drastically in the matter of a week. Bill Self brought back standout wing Tre White to the squad, and the Jayhawks even have a chance to add Melvin Council Jr.

Isaiah Marshall News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 30

Kansas QB Isaiah Marshall Feels Like Himself Again After Bye: ‘I Have More Confidence'

There's no sugarcoating Isaiah Marshall's troublesome start as Kansas football's starting signal-caller. Since taking over under center as Jalon Daniels' successor, he has led the Jayhawks to a 1-2 record and consecutive losses to Missouri and Arizona State.

Melvin Council News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 30

Kansas’ Projected Starting Lineup if Melvin Council Jr. Returns to Jayhawks

The past week has completely changed Kansas basketball's outlook for the 2026-27 season. In the span of just a week, the Jayhawks could potentially bring back two key players from last year's roster.

College Football News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 30

What Kansas Football Can Prove in Its Tune-Up Game Against MTSU Before Big 12 Play

Coming off a much-needed bye week, the banged-up Kansas football team is set to return to action Saturday afternoon against Middle Tennessee State. It is the final nonconference matchup Lance Leipold's squad will play in 2026 before moving into Big 12 play next week against Utah.

Volleyball News / Volleyball On SI / September 28

Kansas Volleyball Breaks Decade-Long Program Record in Win Over Texas Tech

The Kansas Jayhawks refuse to lose. Following a sweep of Texas Tech on Sunday, the No. 19 women’s volleyball team broke the program record for most consecutive set wins at 24.

Tre White News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 27

Three Kansas Players Who Could See Less Playing Time With Tre White’s Return

Tre White's return to Kansas came as a major boost to Bill Self and the Jayhawks with the regular season just around the corner. The All-Big 12-caliber wing gives KU a proven roster piece despite spending the past few months preparing without him.

Tre White News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 26

Could the Addition of Tre White Force Kansas to Run a Small-Ball Lineup?

The Kansas basketball program received an unexpected boost when Tre White revealed he'd be returning to the Jayhawks for a fifth season. A court order in a Monroe County, Indiana, lawsuit granted White and 89 other plaintiffs a preliminary injunction to compete in the upcoming campaign.

Tre White News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 25

Tre White Returning to Kansas Basketball: What it Means for Jayhawks

Tre White is officially returning to Kansas for the upcoming 2026-27 season. The news was announced by the Kansas basketball social media team late Friday afternoon after weeks of speculation as to whether he would be eligible for a fifth year of college basketball.

Isaiah Marshall News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 25

Kansas Football QB Isaiah Marshall Leads College Football in Surprising Stat

Isaiah Marshall's first three games as a starter in a Kansas uniform have been a mixed bag. The redshirt sophomore quarterback has shown flashes of impressive talent, but he's also looked inexperienced at times and still has plenty of areas to improve.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 23

Can Kansas Football Revive Excitement Around the Program This Season?

Most Kansas football fans are likely down in the dumps right now as this group enters a bye week. All of the preseason hype surrounding the squad has fizzled out since the Jayhawks lost consecutive games to Missouri and Arizona State.

Bill Self News / Busting Brackets / September 18

Kansas' full schedule is finally here and Bill Self has almost nowhere to hide

Bill Self apparently doesn't believe in easing into a college basketball season. Kansas' complete 2026-27 schedule was finalized Thursday when the Big 12 released the dates for its conference slate.

College Football News / Heartland College Sports / September 16

Kansas vs. Arizona State: Prediction, Pick and Preview

Big 12 football is heading across the pond in Week 3 as Kansas and Arizona State meet in London for the inaugural Union Jack Classic at historic Wembley Stadium.

Eli Drinkwitz News / Yardbarker / September 12

Eli Drinkwitz misses mark in controversial postgame comments following win over Kansas

Missouri Tigers coach Eli Drinkwitz should consider practicing what he preaches.

Isaiah Marshall’s 360-spin pass goes viral as Kansas falls to Missouri

Austin Simmons throws for 3 TDs as No. 23 Missouri tops Kansas

Kansas' Hype Video For Football Game vs. Missouri Has Over 23 Million Views

The Border War rivalry between the Kansas Jayhawks and Missouri Tigers is renewed tonight as the two football teams square off at the University of Kansas.