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Three Kansas Basketball Players With the Most To Prove Against Green Bay

Kansas basketball's season opener against Green Bay is certainly an important game, but it will merely serve as a tune-up for Friday's contest at North Carolina.

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Darryn Peterson’s College Debut: What To Expect From Kansas’ Star Freshman

Darryn Peterson, along with most players on the 2025-26 Kansas basketball team, will officially make their KU debuts tomorrow. The Jayhawks will host Green Bay at Allen Fieldhouse for the first regular season game of the year.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 2

Tyran Stokes Down to Three Schools: Does Kansas Have a Chance?

The Kansas basketball program is gearing up to tip off the 2025-26 campaign on Monday, but it received some encouraging news on the recruiting trail in the meantime.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 2

One Kansas Basketball Newcomer That Hasn't Been Encouraging So Far

The Kansas basketball program made three additions from the transfer portal this offseason in what was a complete retooling of the Jayhawks' roster by Bill Self.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 2

Kansas Football Offers Younger Brother of Promising Jayhawk QB

The Kansas football program hosted several highly touted visitors on campus during the Jayhawks' 38-21 victory over Oklahoma State. It was the second-to-last home game of the season for KU, meaning it was one of the final opportunities for Lance Leipold and his coaching staff to bring in future recruits for an official gameday visit.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 1

Notable Quotes From Bill Self Ahead of Kansas Basketball Season Opener

No. 19 Kansas is just two days away from tipping off the 2025-26 college basketball campaign with a home matchup against Green Bay. Head coach Bill Self met with the media on Friday afternoon after practice to talk about his team's first contest of the season, and he provided some insight as to where he believes his team stands right now.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 31

Kansas Basketball Program Expected To Be Featured in NBA 2K26

Kansas football fans have already been able to play with the Jayhawks in a video game since last July when EA Sports College Football 25 released. However, the Jayhawk faithful may also be able to play with the basketball team in a downloadable content package of college basketball in NBA 2K26.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 31

Rock Chalk Halloween: Perfect Costumes for Kansas Basketball Players

Happy Halloween, Jayhawk fans! It’s finally time to celebrate spooky season for everyone who participates. Here at Kansas On SI, we figured it would be fun to list potential Halloween costumes for some KU basketball players. After all, a few players on the team are still teenagers and just kids in the eyes of many.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 30

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.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 30

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 / 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.

College Football News / Field Level Media / October 25

Avery Johnson leads K-State to 17th straight win over Kansas

Avery Johnson leads Kansas State to 17th straight win over Kansas in dominant fashion

Avery Johnson threw for 231 yards and two touchdowns, as Kansas State defeated Kansas.

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Kansas Jayhawks News / New Baseball Media / October 24

2025 Fall College Baseball Reset: Kansas

Last year was a great one for the Kansas Jayhawks baseball program, even though the program didn’t pick up a win in the Regionals. Kansas won 43 games, a significant improvement after a 31-win campaign in 2024.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / October 24

Kansas Basketball Continues Their Red-Hot Recruiting Streak

Kansas has landed a key piece in its 2026 recruiting class, picking up a commitment from four-star shooting guard Luke Barnett, who announced his pledge on Friday.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / October 19

Kansas is Favored in Sunflower Showdown for First Time in 16 Years

In the upcoming Sunflower Showdown matchup between the Kansas Jayhawks and the Kansas State Wildcats, the Jayhawks are currently favored by 3.5 points, a mark worth noting because it would be the first time Kansas has entered the rivalry as the betting favorite since 2009.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Yardbarker / October 6