WINNING FORMULA? Is QB Play or Team Defense MORE IMPORTANT to Kansas Jayhawks Football in 2026?

Can Kansas Jayhawks football return to a bowl game? The battle between quarterback uncertainty and defensive improvement takes center stage, as Derek Johnson examines whether elevated QB play or a breakthrough defense will be the key to KU’s postseason hopes. Statistical breakdowns spotlight the significance of the quarterback rating and reveal game-changing thresholds—plus, what does history under Lance Leipold say about KU’s formula for winning? The show also covers the new NCAA 5-in-5 eligibility rule and how it impacts Kansas football’s roster retention, with key names like Yasin Willis and Alex Bray potentially gaining extra eligibility. Stay tuned for recruiting highlights as KU volleyball lands a top-10 national recruit, softball adds power in the portal, and baseball secures lead recruiter Jon Coyne amid big-program interest. Don’t miss this comprehensive look at Jayhawks football strategy, roster building, and the latest moves shaping University of Kansas athletics. Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everyday... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast  FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel.Visithttps://FANDUEL.COMto get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Stay up-to-date on the Kansas Jayhawks every day, as Derek Johnson brings you analysis and the latest on KU with the Locked On Jayhawks Podcast, part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOJayhawks?sid... Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege #KansasJayhawks #CollegeFootball #CollegeBasketball