Lawndale, California, native Jalon Daniels had led the Kansas Jayhawks through thick and thin. Highs include leading Kansas back into the AP top 25 poll multiple times in his career, with lows largely being narrowed down to the injuries that have hindered the redshirt senior. In 2023, despite a nine-win season, Daniels was forced out of the season early on. Last season saw a combination of injuries to Daniels, combined with at times poor passing decisions, saw Daniels total 14 touchdowns to 12 interceptions with over 2,400 yards as Kansas managed a 5-6 season.
This season, Daniels has been able to find the form that saw him rise as one of the nation’s best quarterbacks.