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Kansas football dominates Middle Tennessee with 55-0 shutout

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 7:33 PM

Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Kansas football dominates Middle Tennessee with 55-0 shutout

Summary

Kansas football achieved a resounding 55-0 victory over Middle Tennessee on October 3, 2026, at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. The Jayhawks set a school record with 700 total yards of offense, including 473 rushing yards. Kansas executed 83 plays compared to MTSU's 42, leading to 36 first downs against just seven for the Blue Raiders. Kansas's defense excelled, allowing only 136 total yards and executing its first shutout since 2008. With this win, Kansas moves to a 2-2 record as they prepare to face #13 Utah next week.

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By the Numbers

•Kansas gains a school record 700 yards of total offense.
•Jayhawks rush for 473 yards, scoring six rushing touchdowns.
•Middle Tennessee held to 136 total yards and seven first downs.
•Kansas has its first shutout since 2008.
•Next week, Kansas faces #13 Utah in its first Big 12 matchup.

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What they're saying

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Apparently football is much more fun when you don’t repeatedly give the ball to the other team. Who knew? Kansas gained 700 yards, rushed for 473, allowed 136, committed zero turnovers, and won 55-0. KU ran 83 plays, averaging 8.4 YPP. MTSU ran 42 plays, averaging 3.2 YPP. Kansas had 36 first downs. Middle Tennessee […]
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