Kansas Jayhawks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Lance Leipold News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 9

Is a Bowl Appearance Enough to Salvage Lance Leipold’s Job at Kansas in 2026?

Over the past two seasons in which the Kansas football program has failed to reach bowl eligibility, there has been no shortage of fans calling for head coach Lance Leipold's job.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 7

How NCAA's Latest Ruling Altered a Kansas Basketball Player’s Eligibility

Paul Mbiya is a native of the Democratic Republic of Congo and decided to take the college basketball route after playing the 2024-25 season with ASVEL Basket in the EuroLeague and LNB Élite.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 7

Kansas Could Have a Surprise QB Option if Tommy Castellanos Is Ruled Eligible

The state of the Kansas football quarterback room going into the 2026 campaign is grim. A proclaimed two-man battle between Cole Ballard and Isaiah Marshall may not even be a real competition, as head coach Lance Leipold recently said he plans to use both QBs throughout the season in different packages.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 7

Kansas Star Tyran Stokes Perfecting His Craft With Renowned Shooting Coach

As the 2026-27 Kansas basketball season approaches, the Jayhawks are ramping up their practices and continuing to train together. However, incoming freshman Tyran Stokes is now working with one of the world's most famous shooting coaches as he looks to put the world of college basketball on notice.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 5

Kansas Basketball Locks in 5-Year Extension with Players Era Tournament

On Tuesday, it was announced that the Kansas basketball program has agreed to a five-year extension with Players Era. The extension allows KU to continue participating in the annual Players Era Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada, through the 2030-31 season.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 4

Kansas HC Bill Self Pinpoints Tyran Stokes’ Two Most Underrated Skills

Nobody in their right mind would argue if you told them Tyran Stokes is an incredibly gifted player. After all, they don't hand out the title of No. 1 recruit in an entire class to just anyone.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 3

Big 12 Football Championship Odds for 2026: Where Do Kansas Jayhawks Stand?

As the Kansas football program prepares for the post-Jalon Daniels era, nobody really knows what to expect from the 2026 Jayhawks. While they return some key pieces and have talented skill-position players, the roster is still lacking in several areas.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 2

Why Kansas Basketball Needs Paul Mbiya to Take a Big Leap Next Season

As the 2026-27 Kansas basketball season grows closer, there are questions abound as to what type of team the Jayhawks will have this year. But perhaps the biggest question mark heading into the season is what kind of production will head coach Bill Self get at the center position?

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 2

Meet Luke Barnett, Kansas' Next True Freshman Breakout Candidate

The Kansas basketball team has been practicing all summer ever since moving into the dorms and getting on campus. With only two players returning from last year's squad, there are a lot of new faces who need to get acclimated to the system.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 1

Latest on Melvin Council Jr., Mihailo Mušikić’s Eligibility Cases at Kansas

The NCAA eligibility fiasco continues to make headlines for all the wrong reasons. A North Carolina lawsuit has resulted in an injunction allowing more than 50 members of the 2022 recruiting class to play a fifth season of college basketball.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 1

Bill Self Drops Potential Hint on Kansas Basketball’s Next Starting Center

Although the month of August just began today, there still isn't much certainty surrounding Kansas basketball's big man situation. The Jayhawks are awaiting an eligibility ruling on Serbian center Mihailo Mušikić and have no clear timetable for Christian Reeves' return from labrum surgery.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 31

Class of 2027 Star Antonio Pemberton Includes Kansas in Final Eight

Bill Self and Kansas are attempting to close in on one of the nation's top prospects in the Class of 2027. This week, 4-star point guard Antonio Pemberton narrowed his list of schools to eight.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 31

How Would Melvin Council’s Return Shake Up Kansas’ Starting Lineup?

Earlier this week, former Kansas guard Melvin Council Jr. sued the NCAA in an attempt to gain another year of collegiate eligibility. The undrafted guard argues that his two years at the junior college level should not count against his NCAA eligibility, a similar case that several student-athletes have made over the past year.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 30

Kansas to Host Blue Blood in Highly Anticipated Preseason Scrimmage

After months of rumors, an official date has been set for a scrimmage between two of college basketball's premier programs. Kansas and Duke will square off in Allen Fieldhouse in an exhibition contest on Oct.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Total Pro Sports / July 13

Former Kansas Jayhawks Basketball Player Charged With Attempted Murder

Lagerald Vick, a former Kansas basketball player, faces serious charges. Police arrested him in Memphis, per KSNT. He stood accused of attempted murder.

Lagerald Vick News / Heartland College Sports / July 12

Former Kansas Basketball Player Charged With Attempted First Degree Murder

Former Kansas men’s basketball player Lagerald Vick was arrested on Saturday in Memphis, Tennessee and has been charged with attempted first degree murder, as well as using a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony, according to court records.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / June 15

Peterson seems confident he will go No. 1 in draft — but that's not a certainty

Latest report indicates Darryn Peterson is confident he will go No. 1 overall in 2026 NBA Draft — but that's not a certainty

Peterson seems to be drawing the line in the sand at pick No. 1 ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft.

Peterson visits only one team ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft

AJ Dybantsa expects to be drafted by one specific team

Nets could get their own Jalen Brunson in promising NBA Draft pick

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Bill Self explains mindset after making decision to return to Kansas

Kansas Jayhawks head basketball coach Bill Self wasn't ready to walk away.

The 'Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball coaches' quiz

Lance Leipold News / Yardbarker / May 11

Kansas Jayhawks land QB Chance Thomas over Auburn and Utah

The Kansas Jayhawks are known for their dominance on the basketball court, but head coach Lance Leipold is trying to do something special on the gridiron as well.

Oregon lands four-star OT Cameron Wagner: 'Coach Lanning is the best coach in college football'

Alabama steals legacy recruit Kenneth Simon II from Tennessee

Early projection: Top 10 offensive tackles in the 2027 NFL Draft

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Kansas Jayhawks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8

Controversial NBA Draft prospect reveals what caused his injury issues

Darryn Peterson has long been viewed as one of the top prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft. However, his lone season with the Kansas Jayhawks did not really help him boost his stock.

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Chicago Bulls address two big needs in latest mock 2026 NBA Draft

Jimmy Haslam: Bucks want decision on Giannis Antetokounmpo by NBA Draft

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The 'NBA Lottery Era No. 1 picks' quiz

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / April 28

Kentucky HC Mark Pope suffers another offseason loss after No. 1 overall recruit Tyran Stokes commits to Kansas

The 2026-27 college basketball season hasn't even tipped off, but Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope has already suffered one of his biggest losses.

Kentucky hoops lands star James Madison transfer Justin McBride

The 'Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball coaches' quiz

No. 1 college hoops recruit Tyran Stokes has announced his commitment

Tyran Stokes, the No. 1 recruit in the Class of 2026, has decided where he will play in college basketball. Stokes announced on “Inside the NBA” that he is headed to the Kansas Jayhawks, and he made the announcement while holding a 2K video game with himself in a Kansas jersey on the cover.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Yardbarker / April 24