***** OFFICIAL 2015 KANSAS FOOTBALL THREAD *****

[Mr_Tomahawk]

Let's go...

Rob Likens (Offensive Coordinator)

"Rob has been a major player in some of the best offenses in the history of college football,” Beaty said of his new OC, who enjoyed great success at Louisiana Tech and helped lead Cal's 2013 offense to several school records and put the 2014 version in the Top 10 nationally. “I have always been a fan of Rob's ability to develop players who produce at a high level. Rob has learned from some of the best in the country and is as fine of an offensive mind as I have been around. Rob is a man of integrity and character and I cannot wait for our team to be able to benefit from his wisdom."

Zach Yenser (Offensive Line - Run Game Coordinator)

A source with knowledge of the rest of the Kansas University football coaching staff told The Journal-World on Tuesday night that Cal assistant coach Zach Yenser would join Beaty's staff as the offensive line coach and run game coordinator.

Cal coach Sonny Dykes later confirmed the news via a statement given to Cal's Rivals.com site.


Clint Bowen (Defensive Coordinator)

Je'Ney Jackson (Strength and Conditioning)

"Je'Ney brings a great familiarity with the University of Kansas as well as a wealth of experience in the strength and conditioning world," Beaty said. "His ability to develop and relate to our players will be a large part of our initiative moving forward. He is widely regarded as one of the top coordinators in this field. He is without a doubt, my most important hire and we are honored to have him here."

Kevin Kane (Linebackers)

"I always admired Kevin as a player, but I am even more impressed with his ability to teach and develop young players. He is a tireless recruiter and he is as well thought of in the Kansas City community as anyone I know. He will bring an energy and toughness to our team that we will all benefit from. It has been fun watching his linebackers play over the years and I'm glad that he is now coaching our guys.”

Calvin Thibodeaux (Defensive Line)

"His players exhibit responsibility, toughness and passion and we are looking forward to him bringing those elements to KU. His ability as a coach is only surpassed by his upstanding character and integrity as a man."

Klint Kubiak (Wide Receivers)

"He is as hard of a worker as I have ever seen in our profession. His ability to connect with his players in the NFL and at Texas A&M has been impressive to watch. Our wide receivers will benefit greatly from his experience."

Gene Wier (Director of High School Relations)

"Not only is he fulfilling a lifelong dream of becoming a Jayhawk, but he will certainly add a much-needed element to our staff. His long-standing relationships with the great coaches of the state will allow us to better understand and serve our coaches."



Schedule

Sept. 5 South Dakota State
Sept. 12 Memphis
Sept. 19 Bye Week
Sept. 26 at Rutgers
Oct. 3 at Iowa State*
Oct. 10 Baylor*
Oct. 17 Texas Tech*
Oct. 24 at Oklahoma State*
Oct. 31 Oklahoma*
Nov. 7 at Texas*
Nov. 14 at TCU*
Nov. 21 West Virginia*
Nov. 28 Kansas State*
* - Big 12 Conference game

[Prison Bitch]

Just like when Charlie Weis "cleaned up" the poor grades? (Lulz). We are in Charlie's 4th year right now. Weren't we supposed to be patient until year 4?

[TambaBerry]

Originally Posted by Prison Bitch

Just like when Charlie Weis "cleaned up" the poor grades? (Lulz). We are in Charlie's 4th year right now. Weren't we supposed to be patient until year 4?

Charlie was horrible the guy didn't even try.

[jimidollar]

It makes a lot of sense to run a fast tempo offense when your defense is total shite.

[Coach]

Originally Posted by Ultra Peanut

KU reminded me of Memphis a couple of years ago, honestly. Not altogether hopeless, just very thin and incredibly inexperienced. We lost to an FCS school and everything, then kept hanging around, then started winning, then won 9 in a row? IDK IT'S FUN GOOD LUCK

The problem with them is, their football facilities is not very good at all.

[ChiTown]

Originally Posted by jimidollar

It makes a lot of sense to run a fast tempo offense when your defense is total shite.

This. Not smart, IMO

[Lzen]

Originally Posted by jimidollar

It makes a lot of sense to run a fast tempo offense when your defense is total shite.

I think the coach is going with what he knows. Can't fix everything all at once. It's gonna take at least a couple of years of good recruiting. And that's assuming the coaching is good, which I don't know for sure either way at this point.

[Lzen]

Originally Posted by Coach

The problem with them is, their football facilities is not very good at all.

WTF are you talking about? KU got brand new facilities just a few years ago. The players have good facilities. The stadium is in dire need of upgrades, sure.

[Bambi]

Originally Posted by TambaBerry

Guys, the turnover in the roster was huge. This team is already above my expectations. We're below the scholarships and it will take 4 years to get that back. We will get better just have to be patient.

I agree. There are simply too many problems with the roster to get overly frustrated at anything. The way to build this program is to focus on the positives. I can't stand people who continually run everything down as if KU was competing for the conference title this year.

The offense again looked good. NO TURNOVERS. Which was a nice adjustment from last week's game.

The defense just doesn't have the players to compete at this point so as long as the heart is there and mistakes are kept to a minimum I'm happy. They got 3 turnovers but gave up huge yardage which isn't going to change until the roster fills out and there is size up front and depth in the back.

I really think Beaty should use the remainder of his season examining quarterbacks. Ford and Willis need reps. Cozart's ability has been shown at this point and I don't think I need to see anymore. I want to know what these other guys can do.

And I don't mind the quick offense even though the defense is outmatched. That's the system. You don't change it.

[Prison Bitch]

It's a tough deal for the bottom 2/3 of D1 football and basketball programs. It's a vicious cycle: Have to win to keep fans coming, and fans have to come to keep winning. There are some places (Michigan football, Ibdiana basketball) where the fans will pack it even in the occasional lean years but most programs rely on momentum. KU football had very good crowds under Fat Man but we won't with a bad team and frankly, why should they?


Most schools are in the perpetual attendnace trap and few are immune

[Bambi]

Long way to go but Beaty has his first commit for 2017.

http://247sports.com/Player/Dominic-Williams-81139

[Mr_Tomahawk]

Next man up.

[Bambi]

Time for me of that pretty ball Mr. Willis throws.

[Mr_Tomahawk]

I know nothing of this kid...other than he is a local.

[Bambi]

Originally Posted by Mr_Tomahawk

I know nothing of this kid...other than he is a local.

He threw two passes on Saturday that were better than any thrown by a KU quarterback since Reesing.

[BWillie]

I guess KU didn't win Iowa State Bowl.