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SLEPT ON: Why Kansas Jayhawks Football Has Been BETTER Than Most Think and Can Go BOWLING in 2026
Kansas Jayhawks outperform recent records—are they being underestimated in the 2026 Big 12 race? Derek Johnson spotlights KU football’s process-driven strengths, including a top-30 national average in Pick Six Previews' GameGrader and elite offensive efficiency, despite back-to-back 5-7 seasons and tough breaks in close games. Can stronger defensive leadership from Trey Lathan, Leroy Harris, Alex Bray, and breakout candidate Jalen Todd push Kansas over the bowl eligibility threshold?
Key updates include DK McDonald’s second-year adjustments as defensive coordinator, the impact of newcomers…
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