Kansas Jayhawks Prevail Over OSU to Sustain Bowl Aspirations
The Kansas Jayhawks secured a vital victory against Oklahoma State, bolstering their bowl game aspirations for the 2025 season. The game took place at the David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium on November 1, 2025. Despite arriving as heavy favorites, the Jayhawks initially struggled, trailing at halftime before turning the tide in the second half.
Kansas Jayhawks Triumph Over Oklahoma State
With a final score of 38-21, the Jayhawks improved their record to 5-4, marking their third Big 12 win this season. This victory places them just one win away from achieving bowl eligibility.
Game Summary
- Halftime Score: Kansas Jayhawks 10 – Oklahoma State Cowboys 7
- Final Score: Kansas Jayhawks 38 – Oklahoma State Cowboys 21
First Half Struggles
Oklahoma State started strong, scoring first to take a 7-0 lead. However, the Jayhawks responded with 10 consecutive points. The Cowboys missed two field goals in the first half, with one being blocked. Despite this, by halftime, Kansas had gained only 132 total yards compared to Oklahoma State’s 181.
Second Half Dominance
The Jayhawks showed a remarkable turnaround after the break, outscoring OSU 28-7. Quarterback Jalon Daniels had a strong performance, completing 13 of 19 passes for 110 yards and two touchdowns.
Key Player Performances
- Jalon Daniels: 110 yards, 2 touchdowns
- Bryson Canty: 1 touchdown reception
- Boden Groen: 1 touchdown reception
- Leshon Williams: 14 carries, 77 yards, 1 touchdown
- Daniel Hishaw: 14 carries, 65 yards, 2 touchdowns
Defensive Concerns
While Kansas’ offense exploded in the second half, the defense remained a concern. Oklahoma State’s quarterback Zane Flores completed 244 yards through the air, exploiting gaps in the Kansas secondary. Despite improvements in the second half, the Jayhawks need to enhance their defensive coverage.
Record-Setting Kicking
Player Laith Marjan made history by setting the record for the most consecutive field goals made in Kansas history at 12. He has been a reliable component of the team, maintaining a perfect record on field goals and extra points this season.
Special Teams Impact
The special teams unit for Kansas provided a significant advantage, blocking a field goal and achieving a notable kickoff return by Emmanuel Henderson, which led to a touchdown. Coach Lance Leipold emphasized the importance of these plays in shifting momentum during the game.
Looking Ahead
Next, the Kansas Jayhawks will face Arizona in a road game on November 8, 2025. The anticipation for this matchup will be high as the team looks to secure bowl eligibility.
The win against Oklahoma State is pivotal for the Jayhawks as they continue their quest for postseason play, showcasing resilience and improvement on both ends of the field.
