Kansas football releases initial depth chart before season opener against Long Island University

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Kansas football releases initial depth chart before season opener against Long Island University
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Kansas head coach Lance Leipold released the team's first official depth chart on Monday ahead of Friday night's season opener at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. The document confirms Isaiah Marshall as the starting quarterback, with Cole Ballard set to serve as the backup. The running back position features both Dylan Edwards and Yasin Willis, who are expected to share carries throughout the season. Wide receiver Cam Pickett remains questionable for the game against Long Island University after missing practice with a leg injury. On the defensive side, the coaching staff plans to utilize a rotation of players across the front seven to take advantage of team depth. Defensive coordinator D.K. McDonald expressed confidence in the size and quickness of the defensive unit as they prepare for the upcoming kickoff.

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  • Isaiah Marshall will start at quarterback for Kansas.
  • Dylan Edwards and Yasin Willis will rotate at running back.
  • Cam Pickett missed practice Monday due to a leg injury.
  • The defensive front seven will feature a rotation of multiple players.
  • Kansas faces Long Island University on Friday at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.
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  • 3:36 PMYahoo SportsKansas Football Releases First Depth Chart, Shares Injury Updates
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The Jayhawks released their first depth chart ahead of the season opener.

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