Jalon Daniels’ NFL Breakout | Kansas Jayhawks Basketball News

Kansas Jayhawks Basketball News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 31, 2026 · 1m

Jalon Daniels, the undrafted former Kansas Jayhawk, has stunned everyone by securing the backup QB role with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers — turning heads with his calm, composed preseason performance. Once burdened by pressure at Kansas, especially in clutch fourth quarters, Daniels now thrives under NFL lights, throwing for over 100 yards, a TD, and zero picks while showcasing his legs. His transformation from overwhelmed college QB to poised NFL backup is exactly what the Bucs needed — and if he keeps this up, he’s locked in as QB2 behind Baker Mayfield. The stage is set for his full-season…