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Kansas Jayhawks face Kansas State in a critical Big 12 rivalry game after a tough 41-24 loss to Utah. Isaiah Marshall threw for 333 yards and 2 TDs against Utah, but rushing struggles limited Dylan Edwards to just 22 yards. This preview analyzes the defensive vulnerabilities exposed by Wayshawn Parker’s 171 rushing yards and what Kansas must fix to compete.

Key players include receiver Cam Pickett with 134 receiving yards and linebacker Trey Lathan with 11 tackles. The Jayhawks are 2-3 overall and 13th in the Big 12 standings. Defensive end Leroy Harris recorded 2 sacks against Utah, offering hope for the front seven. Kansas State hosts the game on October 17th, adding home-field advantage to the mix.

Topics discussed include offensive line protection, run-game effectiveness, and the impact of Melvin Council Jr.'s absence via injunction on interior defense. Hosts Emily and Chris provide tactical analysis on personnel groupings, coverage leverage, and situational football strategies needed to turn the season around.

In this episode: Matchup Storylines & Utah Fallout · Key Players & Injury Picture · Keys to Victory & Prediction.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/cfb/ku/2026-10-17/transcript.html

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