Sep 3, 2021; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks quarterback Jason Bean (17) runs the ball against South Dakota Coyotes defensive back Elijah Reed (4) during the first half at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
While Kansas football and new head coach Lance Leipold got their season started off on the right foot last Friday with a win against South Dakota, the feet of Kansas running backs left a lot to be desired.
Against the Coyotes – who gave up over 200 yards rushing per game in their COVID-shortened season this past spring – the Jayhawks mustered just 82 yards rushing on 41 attempts, with 54 of those yards coming from quarterback Jason Bean.