LAWRENCE — Kansas football earned a 31-7 win Saturday at home in non-conference play against Fresno State.
Here’s how the Jayhawks (1-0) graded out from their victory against the Bulldogs (0-1):
Offense: Kansas newcomers shine
The first three touchdowns the Jayhawks scored incorporated a newcomer who transferred in during the offseason. Two receiving scores by redshirt junior wide receiver Cam Pickett and a rushing score by redshirt senior running back Leshon Williams. With as many players as KU added to the roster, it was only a matter of time until one found the end zone, but it’s a positive sign that they got involved so quickly. Redshirt senior quarterback Jalon Daniels didn’t show any signs of rust, either.
Grade: A
Defense: Jayhawks settle down, stymie Bulldogs
Things looked shaky early, as tackles were missed and Fresno State drove for a touchdown on its first offensive possession to help tie the score at 7-7 in the first quarter. But Kansas’ defense started to settle down after that, got more pressure on the Bulldogs’ quarterback, and avoided the letdowns that allowed that initial drive to continue. As the game progressed, redshirt senior safety Devin Dye collected the team’s first interception — and turnover — of the season, and Fresno State never scored again.
Grade: A
Special teams: Laith Marjan delivers
Kansas just needs consistency and reliability from redshirt senior kicker Laith Marjan, and that’s what it got on Saturday. Marjan finished perfectly on his extra points and lone field goal. The return game wasn’t much of a factor, but the Jayhawks also didn’t turn the ball over there either.
Grade: A
Coaching: Aggressive mentality helps propel Jayhawks to win
Kansas showed its willingness to…
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Publish date : 2025-08-24 01:54:00
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