Kansas Jayhawks
2024 Season Results

Kansas Jayhawks — 2024 Season Review

In 2024, the Kansas Jayhawks posted a 5-7 record under head coach Lance Leipold, competing as a member of the Big 12. The team scored 356 total points and allowed 312 throughout 12 games, averaging 29.7 points scored and 26.0 points allowed per outing.

Among the standout results were a 48-3 victory at home against Lindenwood Lions, a 42-14 victory at home against Houston Cougars, and a 37-21 victory at home against Colorado Buffaloes. These performances illustrated the depth and determination that characterized the Kansas Jayhawks throughout the 2024 campaign.

The setbacks included a narrow 27-29 defeat to Kansas State Wildcats and a narrow 20-23 defeat to UNLV Rebels. Despite the losses, the coaching staff used each result as a teaching moment to develop the roster for the remainder of the schedule.

Conference play saw the Kansas Jayhawks finish 4-5 within the Big 12 in 2024, a mark that reflected both the program's strengths and the challenging nature of league competition. The Kansas Jayhawks coaching staff navigated the conference schedule with a focus on development and competitiveness.

At home, the Kansas Jayhawks went 4-2, while posting a 1-5 record in road contests. The team's performances across different venues reflected the overall competitiveness of the 2024 roster from start to finish.

The offensive production remained consistent throughout the year, with 171 points in the first half and 185 in the second half of the schedule. The defensive unit's ability to limit opponents to 26.0 points per game proved crucial in several of the season's tightest matchups.

The 2024 season ultimately represented an important chapter in Kansas Jayhawks football history. With a final record of 5-7, the program gained valuable experience and established a foundation to build upon in subsequent seasons. The experiences gained through 12 games of competition provided invaluable development opportunities for returning players and coaches alike.