Kansas Jayhawks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Kansas Basketball Stat Projections for Every Player on 2025-26 Team

Ahead of the 2025-26 college basketball season, Kansas Jayhawks fans are wondering how both Darryn Peterson and his supporting cast will perform. The Jayhawks aren't expected to be a high-scoring team but rather a squad that prioritizes defense and pushes the pace in transition.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Bill Self Says Louisville Environment Prepared Kansas for Looming Matchup

Last Friday, Kansas basketball took on No. 11 Louisville in an open scrimmage at the KFC Yum! Center in front of thousands of Cardinal fans. While the outcome ended in the Jayhawks' favor, head coach Bill Self believes his team gained valuable experience from the matchup, particularly in dealing with a rowdy road crowd.

Lance Leipold News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 30

Lance Leipold Pinpoints a Frustrating Offensive Weakness for Kansas

Kansas head coach Lance Leipold voiced his displeasure about the Jayhawks' offensive struggles in recent weeks during his press conference on Monday. Over the past two games, KU has scored just 17 points in each, including a combined three points in the second half against Texas Tech and Kansas State.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 29

Kansas Football’s Bowl Chances in Jeopardy Following Ugly Loss to Kansas State

The Kansas Jayhawks’ loss to Kansas State last weekend in Lawrence is one that hurt in many ways. It was a bad showing in front of a host of big-time recruits, it extended a horrendous losing streak to 17 years, and perhaps most importantly, it severely hurt the chances of KU reaching the postseason.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 29

Darryn Peterson Cramping Issue: Should Kansas Jayhawks Fans Be Worried?

The Kansas basketball team put on a dominant defensive display on Tuesday night, holding Fort Hays State to just 35 points in a blowout victory. The Jayhawks were without their best player and Big 12 Preseason Freshman of the Year, Darryn Peterson, due to a cramping issue that kept him sidelined.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 29

3 Overreactions From Kansas Basketball’s Victory Over Fort Hays State

The No. 19 Kansas Jayhawks finished off their exhibition slate with a 71–35 win over Division II opponent Fort Hays State on Tuesday evening. KU was without one of the best players in the country, Darryn Peterson, as he missed the game due to a cramping issue.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 28

Kansas Football Loses Top-Ranked 2026 Recruit

The Kansas Jayhawks’ 2026 recruiting class took a major hit this week after losing its top-ranked prospect. Four-star safety James (JJ) Dunnigan Jr. announced his decommitment from KU on Monday via a post on social media.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 28

Kansas vs Fort Hays State: What to Know Before the Allen Fieldhouse Clash

There was plenty of anticipation surrounding Friday's scrimmage between No. 19 Kansas and No. 11 Louisville to see how the Jayhawks would fare against a top-tier opponent.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 28

3 First-Year Kansas Basketball Players Who Could Play Against Fort Hays

Kansas basketball is coming off a 90-82 scrimmage victory over Louisville on the road. The Cardinals, ranked No. 11 in the country, were certainly a tough first test for Bill Self's squad, and he made sure to treat it like a real game.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / October 27

Top Kansas Football Recruit JJ Dunnigan Decommits From Jayhawks

In a surprise move, in-state defensive back JJ Dunnigan has announced he is de-committing from the Kansas Jayhawks football program. This comes two days after Kansas was blown out by Kansas State on Saturday in the Sunflower Showdown, KU’s 17th-straight loss in the series.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 27

Kansas Basketball Recruiting Class Climbs to No. 1 in College Basketball

Bill Self and the Kansas Jayhawks now own the top-ranked recruiting class in all of college basketball following their latest commitment from shooting guard Luke Barnett out of Santa Ana, California.

College Football News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 27

Opening Betting Lines for Kansas vs Oklahoma State Matchup Revealed

The vibes around the Kansas football program aren't great after the Jayhawks were blown out by K-State in the Sunflower Showdown to drop to 4-4 on the season.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 26

Kansas Basketball Receiving Way-Too-Early Hype: Will These Jayhawks Play Up To It?

College basketball has finally arrived, and the road to Lucas Oil Stadium for the National Championship will begin soon. Before the official start date of college basketball is among us, the staff of the well-known social media account College Basketball Report gave their Final Four predictions, and the Kansas Jayhawks were recognized.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 26

Who Is To Blame for Kansas Football’s Performance vs K-State?

Despite entering the game as favorites to win, the Kansas Jayhawks were completely overmatched against K-State in the Sunflower Showdown. Chris Klieman's Wildcats dominated Lance Leipold's group all day en route to a 42-17 victory.

College Football News / Field Level Media / October 25