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Kansas Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2024 announced
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – The Kansas Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2024 has been announced, with 12 new inductees.
The induction ceremony will be held at the Sunflower Ballroom in Hotel Topeka at City Center on Sunday, October 13th. The reception will be at 5:00 p.m., followed by the ceremony at 6:00 p.m.
The inductees include:
– Hayden and KU alumni and long-time college basketball coach Mark Turgeon, who helped Hayden to two State basketball Championships, including a perfect 25-0 season in 1983. Was a part of four NCAA Tournament basketball teams with the Jayhawks.
– Current Hummer Sports Park director Annette Wiles. She is a two-time NAIA Basketball All-American and NAIA Tournament MVP with Fort Hays State, and long-time successful coach.
– Former KU football head coach Mark Mangino. Received several National Coach of the Year awards in 2007, as he led the Jayhawks to their only 12-win season and an Orange Bowl victory. Coached in Lawrence from 2002-2009.
– Former K-State All-American punter Sean Snyder. National Special Teams Coach of the Year at K-State, and joined KU football staff as a Special Assistant to the Head Coach for one season in 2023.
– Former Emporia State, Kansas, and Olympic baseball coach Dave Bingham. Led the Hornets with a 588-270-2 record over his 14 years there, and a National Championship win in 1978. He was named the National Coach of the Year in 1976, 1984, and 1986. He took over the Jayhawks’ program in 1988, and led them to a 249-225 record over eight years. He led them to their first College World Series appearance in 1993.
– Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive guard, NFL Hall of Famer, and Fort Riley native Will Shields. A third-round draft pick by Kansas City in 1993.
– Former K-State track and field star turned Olympian Erik Kynard. Won a gold medal in the high jump at the London Summer Olympics in 2012 at the age of 21. Is also a 10x U.S. National Champion.
– National Long Jump Champion Melvin Lister.
– U.S. Swimming record-holder Ron Neugent. Member of the 1980 U.S. Olympic team.
– Two-time Olympic Games head starter Kelly Rankin. The only American to do so.
– Former Jayhawk and Olympic Javelin thrower Scott Russell.
– Paralympic Games bronze medalist Kevin Saunders.
Tickets for the event will go on sale on Monday, July 15th. Use this link for more information. https://www.kshof.org/
Copyright 2024 WIBW. All rights reserved.
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Taylor Swift shares group hug with mom Andrea and Donna Kelce after Chiefs’ big win against Texans
‘Tis the damn season for Taylor Swift to watch her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, play football!
The Grammy winner was spotted sharing a group hug with her mom, Andrea Swift, and Travis’s mom, Donna Kelce, after the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Houston Texans at Arrowhead Stadium on Saturday.
In a video shared on X, the “Cruel Summer” singer — who wore a red Charlotte Simone coat ($404) and black Chanel bucket hat — could be seen hugging Andrea as Donna stood and clapped alongside them. Then, as Donna turned toward them, the ladies pulled her in to join their warm embrace.
When they eventually pulled away from the group hug, Taylor, Andrea and Donna turned back toward the field and continued clapping.
This weekend’s victory was a special one for the Chiefs as it marked their first undefeated season at home since 2003.
The last time the Chiefs went 8-0 at Arrowhead was 2003. And now that they’re 14-1 overall, they have matched their most victories in the regular season — also accomplished in 2020 and 2022.
The pop star’s attendance at the game came a week after she and Kelce — who began dating in summer 2023 — celebrated her 35th birthday together on Dec. 13.
Although the Super Bowl champion, 35, had a “mandatory” team Christmas party to attend, he made sure to “leave early to go be with Taylor for her birthday.”
A source told Page Six that the pro athlete showered Swift with a “a ton of gifts” for her special day.
We also learned that they had an intimate gathering “just them two,” with a separate source telling us that Kelce wanted to make her birthday “extra special.”
Prior to her private birthday festivities, Swift gushed about Kelce during her visit to a children’s hospital in Kansas City.
The “Anti-Hero” singer chatted with a young patient who said, “I like Travis now,” to which Swift replied, “Yes, me too!”
“That’s an absolute yes on that one,” she added.
The billionaire musician had skipped Kelce’s previous away game against the Cleveland Browns, which the Chiefs won 21-7.
The pop songstress has only attended home games this season due to security reasons.
Swift also did not attend the team’s Dec. 8 match-up versus the Los Angeles Chargers as she was wrapping up her record-breaking Eras Tour in Vancouver.
However, the singer paid tribute to her beau during her final concert with a shout-out to the “guy on the Chiefs” while performing her hit song “Karma.”
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Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs prediction, odds, best bets for NFL on Saturday
The Houston Texans will square off with the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 16 of the NFL season at Arrowhead Stadium on Saturday at 1 p.m. EST. Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs have yet to score 30 points in a game this season, and with a predicted score of 23-20, our data model thinks that streak will remain intact. However, our experts believe the oddsmaker have gotten overly aggressive with the total: our best bet for today is Over 41.5 points (-115).
In anticipation of this late-season AFC clash, the data analysts at Dimers.com have simulated the game 10,000 times, and then compared these results to current NFL betting odds to inform the data-driven betting preview provided to you below.
This preview includes Dimers’ best bets and predicted scoreline for Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs. To unlock Dimers’ full suite of data-driven betting insights, which includes daily props, trends, and parlays, sign up for Dimers Pro with promo code SYRACUSE10, which will save you 10% off your first subscription payment.
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Texans vs. Chiefs betting preview
Utilize the interactive widget below to discover the current spread, over/under, and moneyline betting odds and probabilities for the Texans-Chiefs game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
This prediction and best bet for Saturday’s NFL matchup between the Texans and Chiefs is from Dimers.com, a trusted source for sports betting predictions.
Check out all the important details on today’s game, as well as the best odds sourced from the top sportsbooks in the country.
Game details
Key information on the Texans vs. Chiefs matchup, including where the game is and what time it kicks off.
- Teams: Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs
- Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024
- Kickoff: 1 p.m. EST
- Location: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
- NFL standings: Current NFL division standings
- NFL injuries: Check the latest updates to the official NFL injury report
Odds
The latest and best odds for the NFL battle between the Texans and Chiefs.
- Spread: Texans +3.5 (-115), Chiefs -3.5 (-102)
- Moneyline: Texans +160, Chiefs -180
- Total: Over/Under 41.5 (-115/-105)
The odds and lines presented here are the best available from selected sports betting sites at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Expert prediction: Texans vs. Chiefs
Utilizing state-of-the-art data analysis and advanced algorithms, the experts at Dimers have performed 10,000 simulations of Saturday’s Texans vs. Chiefs game.
According to Dimers’ famous predictive analytics model, the Chiefs are more likely to beat the Texans at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. This prediction is based on the model giving the Chiefs a 63% chance of winning the game.
Elsewhere on the betting board, Dimers predicts that the bookies have gotten it right and the Texans and Chiefs each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 41.5 points has a 56% chance of going over.
As always, these predictions and probabilities are correct at the time of publication but are subject to change.
Texans vs. Chiefs best bet
Our top pick for the Texans vs. Chiefs Week 16 NFL game is to bet on Over 41.5 points (-115).
This betting advice is formulated through detailed simulations and valuable wagering intelligence, designed to deliver you the best possible plays.
Score prediction for Texans vs. Chiefs
Dimers’ projected final score for the Houston vs. Kansas City game on Saturday has the Chiefs winning 23-20.
This expert prediction is based on each team’s average score following 10,000 game simulations, offering a glimpse into the potential outcome.
NFL player props: Saturday
NFL player props are an exciting way to wager on Saturday’s game without necessarily betting on its outcome.
This article features the most likely first and anytime touchdown scorers for the Texans and Chiefs, along with projected player stats.
Houston Texans
First touchdown scorer predictions
- Joe Mixon: 14.4% probability
- Nico Collins: 10.6% probability
- Tank Dell: 6.6% probability
Anytime touchdown predictions
- Joe Mixon: 53.3% probability
- Nico Collins: 41.6% probability
- Tank Dell: 28.4% probability
Projected box score leaders
- QB passing yards: C.J. Stroud, 270 yards
- Receiving yards: Nico Collins, 86 yards
- Rushing yards: Joe Mixon, 73 yards
Kansas City Chiefs
First touchdown scorer predictions
- Isiah Pacheco: 8.2% probability
- DeAndre Hopkins: 7.3% probability
- Xavier Worthy: 6.7% probability
Anytime touchdown predictions
- Isiah Pacheco: 34.1% probability
- DeAndre Hopkins: 30.0% probability
- Travis Kelce: 28.7% probability
Projected box score leaders
- QB passing yards: Patrick Mahomes, 274 yards
- Receiving yards: Travis Kelce, 64 yards
- Rushing yards: Isiah Pacheco, 51 yards
NFL Week 16: Texans vs. Chiefs
Get ready for Saturday’s matchup between the Texans and Chiefs in Week 16 of the NFL season at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, which is scheduled to start at 1 p.m. EST. We emphasize that all of the NFL best bets and NFL predictions on this page are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the Texans vs. Chiefs matchup, and they are accurate at the time of publication. They aim to assist you make more informed choices when placing bets at online sportsbooks.
Please note that when engaging in online betting, it is important to exercise responsible gambling practices and consult reputable sources for the latest and most accurate information.
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Kansas State Lands Commitment From FCS Standout
The Kansas State football team added another commitment on Friday.
West Georgia safety Mar’Quavious Moss announced he will continue his career with the Wildcats. He has two years of eligibility left.
KLIEMAN TALKS RUTGERS
Kansas State coach Chris Klieman almost visibly exhaled a sigh of relief when asked about Rate Bowl preparation.
With so much talk about recruiting and the transfer portal, Klieman finally had the opportunity to rave about facing a team like the Scarlet Knights.
“Greg Schiano is a phenomenal football coach, so much respect for him,” Klieman said. “I have not had the chance to meet him yet. I’m excited about that just because of the respect I have for him. They’re gonna be disciplined, they’re gonna be physical, they’re not gonna beat themselves. I’m sure they’re gonna be going through some of the same things, whether it’s injuries, trying to play some young guys, to maybe a guy deciding if he’s going to the NFL. That makes it a little bit difficult to prep, but our guys are really excited to be able to play a Big Ten school.”
GIDDENS, PARISH OUT
Running back DJ Giddens and defensive back Jacob Parrish have officially played their last collegiate games.
Klieman confirmed Friday they will not play against Rutgers.
“Those are the only two, I think, outside the portal that aren’t playing,” Klieman said.
Parrish and Giddens have declared for the 2025 NFL Draft. Giddens is projected to be selected in the second or third round, while Parrish is likely a Day 3 acquisition.
Shandel Richardson is the publisher of Kansas State Wildcats On SI. He can be reached at shandelrich@gmail.com
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