Kansas football is likely to have a play that makes ESPN’s SportsCenter. It has a backup receiver to thank for that.
Chase Harrell wowed with a first-quarter touchdown catch, pulling it in with only his left hand as KU rolled to a 38-16 victory over Southeast Missouri State in Saturday’s home opener.
The reception was only one example of a resuscitated offense with new offensive coordinator Doug Meacham and transfer quarterback Peyton Bender.
KU, for a night, schemed its way to receivers running open all over the field. It also featured improved depth on the outside, with Steven Sims, Jeremiah Booker and Ben Johnson each adding 30-plus-yard receptions.