Lance Leipold reflects on Big 12 media days without Jalon Daniels
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 8:04 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
At Big 12 media days in Frisco, Texas, Kansas coach Lance Leipold discussed the absence of former quarterback Jalon Daniels, who is now pursuing a professional career. Leipold mentioned missing Daniels, who was a key figure in the program, particularly as they navigate a quarterback battle between Cole Ballard and Isaiah Marshall. Kansas football aims to improve after two consecutive 5-7 seasons. The Jayhawks will open their season against LIU on September 4, with renewed hope following the return of Andy Kotelnicki as associated head coach.
- •Jalon Daniels attended Big 12 media days but is no longer with the team.
- •Lance Leipold misses Daniels' leadership and presence.
- •Kansas holds a quarterback competition between Cole Ballard and Isaiah Marshall.
- •The team looks to rebound from two 5-7 seasons.
- •Kansas opens the season at home against LIU on September 4.
- 8:04 AMYahoo Sports — Lance Leipold describes Big 12 media days experience without former QB
"With Jalon Daniels now pursuing a professional career, he wasn’t representing KU football at Big 12 media days. Here’s how coach Lance Leipold felt.
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