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Kansas Basketball Set to Host Top-20 2027 Recruit on Official Visit This Week

Kansas lost the commitment of 5-star forward Javon Bardwell earlier this month, bringing the Jayhawks back to zero pledges in the Class of 2027. However, Bill Self is working his tail off on the recruiting trail to land his next target.

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Kansas Center Christian Reeves Might Be Ahead of Injury Recovery Timeline

While the Kansas basketball program is still searching for another big man to enhance its frontcourt rotation, Bill Self's most significant move at the center position this offseason was adding Charleston transfer Christian Reeves this past April.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 24

Kansas Basketball Absent From CBS Sports’ Preseason Top 25

The verdict is out on the 2026-27 Kansas basketball team, and not all of the reviews are positive. Analysts remain skeptical about the new-look Jayhawks behind No.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 21

Dylan Edwards Explains Why He Chose Kansas Football and How He’s Evolving

One of the biggest storylines of the Big 12 football offseason was Dylan Edwards committing to Kansas out of K-State. The former Wildcat departed Manhattan after two years and made history by becoming an exceptionally rare player to flip from one in-state rival to the other.

Lance Leipold News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 20

Lance Leipold Changes Tone on State of Kansas’ Quarterback Battle

Despite months of watching each Kansas quarterback in practice, the Jayhawks coaching staff has yet to decide on a starter for Week 1. That's a rather concerning situation with only two weeks until the opener, as no one has separated themselves enough to take the QB1 role outright.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 19

Pair of Kansas RBs Listed to Doak Walker Award Preseason Watch List

The Kansas football backfield is on track to make significant strides in 2026. After a down year for KU's ground game behind Daniel Hishaw Jr. and Leshon Williams, the Jayhawks revamped their running back room and brought back offensive guru Andy Kotelnicki to orchestrate the offense.

AJ Storr News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 19

Former Kansas Guard AJ Storr Continuing Never-Ending School Tour With UNLV

When the Kansas basketball program landed Wisconsin transfer AJ Storr in 2024, he was viewed as one of the biggest portal additions Bill Self had made during his tenure.

College Football News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 17

How Kansas Football’s London Game vs Arizona State Could Dictate the Season

The Union Jack Classic at London's historic Wembley Stadium will be massive for the Kansas football program's brand. Viewers from across the Atlantic will get to see the Jayhawks in action as college sports continues to expand overseas.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 17

What Kansas Basketball’s Starting Lineup Could Look Like if Tre White Returned

All offseason long, Kansas basketball fans have been formulating ways to get Melvin Council Jr. back on the roster for one more season with the Jayhawks.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 16

ESPN FPI Predicts Every Kansas Football Game for 2026 Season

The ESPN Football Power Index, better known as FPI, is one of the more respected predictive tools used to measure college football teams. The model is released before the season and factors in things like returning production, transfer additions, and other team metrics to project how teams will perform.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 15

One Kansas Football Position Battle Just Took an Interesting Turn

The Kansas football defense has many cornerbacks to choose from in the defensive backfield. The Jayhawks added two highly touted transfers in Roman Pearson and Elijah Cannon, who are expected to compete for snaps along with several returners from last year.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 15

Bill Self Reveals His Thoughts on the Future of Kansas-Mizzou Rivalry

Bringing back the Border Showdown to college basketball is one of the best things both schools have done in recent history. The longtime cross-state rivals had not played since 2012 when Missouri departed for the SEC, but the rivalry resumed in 2021 as part of a six-year series.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Yardbarker / August 12

Bill Self, Kansas suffer major loss on the recruiting trail as five-star SF decommits

It's not often you see the Kansas Jayhawks on the wrong end of a recruiting transaction in the world of college basketball.

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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.

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.

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Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / June 4

Kansas Dropped its Non-Conference Schedule, and There’s Lots to Love

Kansas released its official non-conference schedule for the upcoming basketball season on Tuesday afternoon. Shockingly, it’s flying a bit under-the-radar.

Bill Self News / Yardbarker / May 19

Bill Self explains mindset after making decision to return to Kansas

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

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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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Mark Pope 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

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Bill Self News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30

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