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KU football MVP Countdown: No. 6, Pooka Williams

The Kansas football newcomer I most look forward to seeing in Saturday's 6 p.m. season opener vs. Nicholls is, without question, running back Anthony "Pooka" Williams, for a variety of reasons. Stories told about him spinning, cutting so sharply, even leaping over a linebacker in practice make ...

KU football MVP Countdown: No. 11, Corione Harris

He’s not there yet, won’t start in the opener, and in fact is one of two players listed on second team at one cornerback position, so there is a chance Corione Harris won’t be on the field for long stretches early in the season. Yet, Harris was rated higher in high school than any Kansas ...

KU football MVP Countdown: No. 10, Evan Fairs

If the Kansas offense is going to sizzle in a way it hasn’t in several years, better blocking will need to be there, of course. But that’s not the only area that needs to improve. The Jayhawks need a receiver to have a breakout year so that Steven Sims isn’t the only consistent target ...

KU football MVP Countdown: No. 9, Dom Williams

All practices in fall camp were closed to the media, but word seeped about a few things here and there, such as Dom Williams having a very good camp. A shoulder injury and a lack of blocks slowed Williams during his freshman season, but he showed potential, making sharp cuts and showing good ...

KU football MVP Countdown: No. 13, Kevin Feder

Ohio State recruited Kevin Feder out of a New Jersey high school and had high hopes for the offensive tackle, hopes that never were realized because a foot injury sidelined him for two seasons. He was cleared to play in 2017, but never made his way onto the depth chart. Feder announced in a ...

KU football MVP Countdown: No. 12, Peyton Bender

Kansas doesn't have as much speed at receiver as most Big 12 schools so getting separation from the defense consistently is a challenge. Windows seldom open wide, so when one does crack open, it's imperative the ball is delivered quickly. Therein lies the biggest difference between Peyton ...