Kansas football highlights key games for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Kansas football is preparing for the 2026 season with expectations tempered after two consecutive five-win years. Head coach Lance Leipold faces challenges with a new offense following the departure of Jalon Daniels. The season opener against LIU and a matchup with Middle Tennessee are seen as potential wins. Among the pivotal games, a meeting with Arizona State in London on September 19 stands out, offering Kansas a chance for an upset. Other notable games include a November 14 road game against West Virginia and a critical home game against Baylor on October 24, where Kansas seeks to break a 14-game losing streak against the Bears.
- •Kansas seeks to improve after two five-win seasons.
- •The Jayhawks' opener is against LIU.
- •Key game against Arizona State on September 19.
- •Baylor match on October 24 is crucial for playoff hopes.
- •November 14 game at West Virginia may impact bowl eligibility.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — 3 Biggest Swing Games For Kansas Football In 2026
"Can the Jayhawks get to six wins? These games will be difference makers.
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