Kansas
Dylan Edwards At Kick Returner Highlights First Kansas State Depth Chart
If Kansas State wins the coin toss in Saturday’s opener against UT-Martin, fans won’t have to wait too long to see anticipated newcomer Dylan Edwards.
On Monday, the Wildcats released their first depth chart of the season. Edwards, a running back who transferred from Colorado, is listed as No. 1 for the kick and punt returner. The depth chart was released ahead of coach Chris Kileman’s Week 1 press conference.
Here’s a look at the full depth chart:
OFFENSE
WR
Kegan Johnson
Jaden Jackson
Ty Bowman
TE
Garrett Oakley
Brayden Loftin
LT
Easton Kilty
Jason Pastore
LG
Hadley Panzer
Andrew Leingang
C
Sam Hecht
Michael Capria
RG
Taylor Poitier
Andrew Leingang or Alex Key
RT
Carver Willis
Drake Bequealth
TE
Will Swanson
Will Anciaux
Andrew Metzger
QB
Avery Johnson
Ta’Quan Roberson or Jacob Knuth
RB
DJ Giddens
Dylan Edwards or La’James White
WR
Jayce Brown
Sterling Lockett
WR
Dante Cephas
Tre Spivey
DEFENSE
DE
Brendan Mott
Tobi Osunsanmi or Ryan Davis
DL
Damian Llalio
Usa Seumalo or Ryan Davis
DE
Travis Bates
Chiddi Obiazor
DE
Cody Stufflebean
Jordan Allen
SLB
Desmond Purnell
Asa Newsom
MLB
Austin Romaine
Beau Palmer
Terry Kirkskey Jr
WLB
Austin Moore
Rex Van Wyhe
Zach Wittenberg
CB
Jacob Parrish
Justice James
SS
VJ Payne
Colby McCalister or Wesley Fair
JS
Jordan Riley
Jack Fabris
FS
Marques Sigle
Nickendre Stiger or Daniel Cobbs
CB
Keenan Garber
JOrdan Dunbar or Donovan McIntosh
SPECIALISTS
FG
Chris Tennant
Leyton Simmering
HLD
Simon McClannan
Teagan Cobb
SNP
Mason Olguin
Keane Bessert
P
Simon McClannan
Teagan Cobb
KO
Chris Tennant
Simon McClannan
KR
Dylan Edwards
Jayce Brown or Keagan Johnson
PR
Dylan Edwards or Sterling Lockett
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Kansas football transfer portal tracker: Jan. 4 developments for KU
Kansas football coach Lance Leipold explains signing QB Jaylen Mason
Check out some of what Kansas football coach Lance Leipold had to say Wednesday about why the Jayhawks signed quarterback Jaylen Mason.
LAWRENCE — The Division I transfer portal window for college football is open from Jan. 2 through Jan. 16, and that means Sunday is another chance for the Kansas football program to shape its roster.
The Jayhawks already gained one public addition earlier this offseason in Grand Valley State transfer Jibriel Conde — whose signing was announced Dec. 4. Conde, who is making the jump up from Division II, is a 247Sports-rated three-star defensive lineman in the portal and is listed by KU as a defensive tackle. On Saturday, a number of current Kansas players — including redshirt freshman quarterback Isaiah Marshall, redshirt sophomore wide receiver Keaton Kubecka and redshirt sophomore defensive tackle Blake Herold — also outlined in social media posts on X that they are locked in with the program for the 2026 season.
Marshall is set to compete for the starting quarterback job next season. Kubecka has the chance to step up into a more significant role at wide receiver. Herold is in line to be a key part of Kansas’ defensive line.
Those positives, though, don’t outweigh the fact that there has been a sizable group of players who have revealed their intentions to transfer away. Looking overall, when it comes to those whose decisions became public before and after the portal opened, the significant names to know include redshirt senior safety Lyrik Rawls, redshirt junior linebacker Trey Lathan and freshman quarterback David McComb. Lathan led KU in tackles in 2025.
Check in here for more updates during this transfer portal window about a KU team that finished 5-7 during the 2025 season, with transfer ratings as outlined by 247Sports.
Kansas football transfer portal additions
Jibriel Conde (3-star defensive lineman from Grand Valley State) — KU lists him as a defensive tackle
Kansas football transfer portal departures
Joseph Sipp Jr. (linebacker)
Jacoby Davis (cornerback)
Dylan Brooks (defensive end)
Jaidyn Doss (wide receiver)
Carter Lavrusky (offensive lineman)
Trey Lathan (linebacker)
Tyler Mercer (offensive lineman)
Harry Stewart III (running back)
Caleb Redd (3-star edge) — KU lists him as a defensive end
Aundre Gibson (3-star cornerback)
David McComb (3-star quarterback)
Kene Anene (3-star interior offensive lineman) — KU lists him as an offensive lineman
Laquan Robinson (3-star safety)
Jameel Croft Jr. (3-star cornerback)
Logan Brantley (3-star linebacker)
Greydon Grimes (3-star offensive tackle) — KU lists him as an offensive lineman
Jon Jon Kamara (3-star linebacker)
Lyrik Rawls (3-star safety)
Damani Maxson (3-star safety)
Jaden Hamm (tight end)
Bryce Cohoon (wide receiver)
JaCorey Stewart (linebacker)
Johnny Thompson Jr. (running back)
Efren Jasso (punter)
Jordan Guskey covers University of Kansas Athletics at The Topeka Capital-Journal. He was the 2022 National Sports Media Association’s sportswriter of the year for the state of Kansas. Contact him at jmguskey@gannett.com or on Twitter at @JordanGuskey.
Kansas
Hundreds celebrate Kwanzaa at Kansas City’s Gem Theatre
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – Hundreds of people packed the Gem Theatre over the weekend to celebrate Kwanzaa.
The celebrations run nightly through January 1. Each night highlights a different core value, including unity, cooperation and faith.
The event features local vendors and performances. Organizers say it’s a great way to start the new year.
The Kwanzaa celebration is free and open to everyone.
Copyright 2025 KCTV. All rights reserved.
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Kansas Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 winning numbers for Dec. 27, 2025
The Kansas Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Dec. 27, 2025, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from Dec. 27 drawing
05-20-34-39-62, Powerball: 01, Power Play: 2
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 numbers from Dec. 27 drawing
Midday: 9-8-9
Evening: 6-5-8
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning 2 By 2 numbers from Dec. 27 drawing
Red Balls: 01-23, White Balls: 12-15
Check 2 By 2 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Dec. 27 drawing
08-12-24-26-42, Lucky Ball: 17
Check Lucky For Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Lotto America numbers from Dec. 27 drawing
08-10-20-47-50, Star Ball: 04, ASB: 05
Check Lotto America payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Super Kansas Cash numbers from Dec. 27 drawing
03-07-17-20-27, Cash Ball: 24
Check Super Kansas Cash payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
All Kansas Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $599. For prizes over $599, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at select Kansas Lottery offices.
By mail, send a winner claim form and your signed lottery ticket to:
Kansas Lottery Headquarters
128 N Kansas Avenue
Topeka, KS 66603-3638
(785) 296-5700
To submit in person, sign the back of your ticket, fill out a claim form, and deliver the form along with your signed lottery ticket to Kansas Lottery headquarters. 128 N Kansas Avenue, Topeka, KS 66603-3638, (785) 296-5700. Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes of any amount.
Check previous winning numbers and payouts at Kansas Lottery.
When are the Kansas Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10 p.m. CT Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 3 Midday/Evening: 1:10 p.m. and 9:10 p.m. CT daily.
- 2 By 2: 9:30 p.m. CT daily.
- Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. CT daily.
- Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. CT Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Super Kansas Cash: 9:10 p.m. CT Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Kansas editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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