With the Illinois Fighting Illini set to kick off at the Kansas Jayhawks in just a couple hours, we reflected on how much bigger this game is than what it was expected to be, way back when it was scheduled. It's a lot more relevant than what anyone expected, even a couple years ago. With that in mind, we re-publish what we wrote in December 2017, about the symmetry between … [Read more...] about Illini Football and Kansas Jayhawks: Still Power 5 Twins?
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What’s the matter with Kansas Jayhawks basketball?
Heard anything about Kansas Jayhawks basketball lately? What's the matter with Kansas? And I'm not talking about the 2003 Thomas Frank tome explaining how the middle and low classes in the rural populace consistently votes against their own economic interests. I'm talking KU hoops. Just a week ago, Kansas had the nation's longest winning streak at 18 games. Now, the program … [Read more...] about What’s the matter with Kansas Jayhawks basketball?
Can Kansas’ Tyshawn Taylor be a true NBA point guard?
Tyshawn Taylor helped lead the Kansas Jayhawks to the NCAA National Championship Game this past season. Though KU lost to Kentucky and fell short of cutting down the nets, a terrific senior season helped propel Taylor to possibly being a first round pick in the 2012 NBA Draft. One of the biggest questions regarding the Jayhawk floor general is just that; can he be a true … [Read more...] about Can Kansas’ Tyshawn Taylor be a true NBA point guard?
Perry Ellis helps restock loaded Kansas Jayhawks squad
Kansas Jayhawks super-recruit Perry Ellis. Yes, his name is exactly like the famous clothing designer, so will he be a fit at the Phog? Is he dressed for success at the level of big time college basketball? (c'mon you knew I was going to do some stupid clothing/designer pun, if the suit fits, wear it!) Ellis is a 6-8 forward center from Wichita Heights who talked about why … [Read more...] about Perry Ellis helps restock loaded Kansas Jayhawks squad
Jimmie Johnson at Kansas Speedway: NASCAR’s version of the Jayhawks
Jimmie Johnson's October 2011 victory at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City happened at an opportune time in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup, but just like the University of Kansas Jayhawks college basketball team, which resides about 30 miles west of the speedway on I-70, the win wasn’t enough to pull off another championship. But Johnson’s stats in Kansas, like the … [Read more...] about Jimmie Johnson at Kansas Speedway: NASCAR’s version of the Jayhawks
Kansas Jayhawks future NBAers: Tyshawn Taylor, Jeff Withey
When it comes to future NBA players on the Kansas Jayhawks roster, it of course starts with Thomas Robinson, the go-to-guy and likely top 5 pick in June. But there are two guys you saw in the national title game last night who have professional potential too: point guard Tyshawn Taylor and Center Jeff Withey. Both have had their pluses and minuses highlighted and magnified … [Read more...] about Kansas Jayhawks future NBAers: Tyshawn Taylor, Jeff Withey
#2 Ohio State Buckeyes vs. #2 Kansas Jayhawks: everything you need to know
The eastern and western outskirts of what we call "the Midwest" will meet on Saturday in the prime time national semifinal game. The 2008 national champion Kansas Jayhawks will meet the 2007 runner-up Ohio State Buckeyes in the 2012 Final Four. Let's break it down! … [Read more...] about #2 Ohio State Buckeyes vs. #2 Kansas Jayhawks: everything you need to know
Nation’s #1 recruit, Shabazz Muhammad, narrows school choices down to four
The Nation's #1 recruit, Shabazz Muhammad, will not be staying at home to play college basketball this fall. Cross UNLV off his list, as the Las Vegas native now has his own set of final four schools left remaining for his services.Two of them will be competing this Final Four weekend as Kentucky, Kansas, Duke, and UCLA remain in the mix. On the day after he won the high … [Read more...] about Nation’s #1 recruit, Shabazz Muhammad, narrows school choices down to four
Kansas’ Thomas Robinson only unanimous pick on AP All-American team
Kansas Jayhawks forward Thomas Robinson, a leading national college basketball player of the year award candidate heads today's announcement of the AP All-American team. From the Associated Press: … [Read more...] about Kansas’ Thomas Robinson only unanimous pick on AP All-American team
North Carolina Doomed against Kansas Without Kendall Marshall
When Kendall Marshall landed awkwardly on his right wrist on a drive with 10:56 remaining in North Carolina’s round-of-32 matchup with Creighton, it was hard to predict that the seemingly innocuous tumble would have such drastic implications for a Tar Heels squad bent on reaching its third Final Four in the last five years. Marshall, a Cousy Award finalist, would play seven … [Read more...] about North Carolina Doomed against Kansas Without Kendall Marshall