Analysts calling for Bill Self and Kansas to make difficult Darryn Peterson decision

Dec 7, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) reacts during the first half against the Missouri Tigers at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images | Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn ImagesWith just under two minutes to play in a tight away game, the last thing you want to see is your star player go out with an injury. While on the night, the perceived “star” was St. Bonaventure Melvin Council Jr., who finished the overtime 77-76 win over the NC State Wolfpack with a startling 36 points. The nation knew that Darryn Peterson was always going to magnetize crowds with his dynamic play.

Peterson was on pace to do so again. After a rare first half…