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The Kansas Jayhawks take the field for the first game of the season against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

Kansas quarterback Jalon Daniels (6) pulls back to throw during the second quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas linebacker Jon Jon Kamara (8) celebrates an interception by the Jayhawks during the second quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

The Kansas student section high fives the band as they make their way around the field during the first quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

The Kansas defense holds Fresno State deep in their own territory during the fourth quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas running back Daniel Hishaw Jr. (9) looks for room to break through during the third quarter against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

A packed house watches the action at the start of the fourth quarter against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

A packed house watches the action during the third quarter against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas running back Leshon Williams (4) is brought down by Fresno State cornerback Simeon Harris (5) on a run in the third quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas backup quarterback Isaiah Marshall (8) pushes the ball deep into Fresno State territory late in the fourth quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas backup quarterback Isaiah Marshall (8) pushes the ball deep into Fresno State territory late in the fourth quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas wide receiver Keaton Kubecka (3) lands in the end zone with a touchdown catch during the third quarter against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

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Kansas senior Jalon Daniels runs for a first down against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Cam Pickett celebrates a first down against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

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Kansas senior Jalon Daniels makes a pass against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

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Kansas senior Leshon Williams scores a touchdown against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Cam Pickett celebrates a touchdown against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

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Some fans shake their shoes instead of the traditional key against Fresno State at Davis Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

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The Kansas Jayhawks take the field for the first game of the season against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

photo by: Mike Gunnoe/Special to the Journal-World

Kansas junior Cam Pickett celebrates a touchdown against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, August 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

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The Kansas Jayhawks take the field for the first game of the season against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

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A Kansas cheerleader gets the crowd going during a timeout against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, August 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

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Kansas junior Cam Pickett scored a touchdown against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

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Three F-35 fighter jets fly over before the game against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, August 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

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Fans find their seats before the game against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

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Fans enter the new stadium for the first time against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

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Fans seek shade under a tree while tailgating before the game against Fresno State at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 in Lawrence.

The Kansas Jayhawks take the field for the first time before kickoff on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas quarterback Jalon Daniels (6) heaves a pass during the second quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas defensive end Alex Bray (91) celebrates a defensive stop against Fresno State during the second quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas head coach Lance Leipold celebrates a touchdown by Kansas wide receiver Cam Pickett (7) during the quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas running back Leshon Williams (4) tears up the sideline after a catch before Fresno State linebacker Jadon Pearson (39) during the second quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas linebacker Bangally Kamara (1) stops Fresno State running back Rayshon Luke (2) on a run during the second quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas wide receiver Cam Pickett (7) runs in a catch for a touchdown against Fresno State during the first quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas quarterback Jalon Daniels (6) runs into traffic as he powers ahead for yardage during the first quarter against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas wide receiver Cam Pickett (7) runs in a touchdown against Fresno State during the second quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas wide receiver Cam Pickett (7) gets airborne after a catch during the second quarter against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas athletic director Travis Goff waits to be interviewed on the sidelines during the second quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas tight end Carson Bruhn (44) and Kansas running back Leshon Williams (4) celebrate a touchdown by Williams during the first quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas wide receiver Cam Pickett (7) celebrates as he runs in a touchdown against Fresno State during the first quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Fans make their way around the west side of the new stadium prior to kickoff against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Fans make their way around the west side of the new stadium prior to kickoff against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Fans watch warmups from the concourse prior to kickoff against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas quarterback Jalon Daniels (6) throws a pass as he warms up prior to kickoff against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas quarterback Jalon Daniels (6) leaves the tunnel as he takes the field for warmups prior to kickoff against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

prior to kickoff against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

during the quarter on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Joe Porter, Chicago, throws a pass to a family member prior to kickoff against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

The cheer squad members make their way down the hill prior to kickoff against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Fans line the sidewalk along the hill to cheer the Jayhawks as they make their way to the stadium prior to kickoff against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas players make their way down the hill prior to kickoff against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Kansas quarterback Jalon Daniels (6) makes his way down the hill prior to kickoff against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug

Gameday crews and fans navigate their way around the stadium prior to kickoff against Fresno State on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Photo by Nick Krug