Kansas Football

Three & Out with Northern Illinois... | Tale of the Tait | KUsports.com
The first-year starter threw for four touchdowns and a career-high 342 yards on 18-of-27 passing and also ran for 125 more on 13 carries, including an 88-yard touchdown run. KU coach Charlie Weis said Lynch’s unpredictable skillset make him tough to slow down.

Northern Illinois’ Doeren focused on beating Kansas - KansasCity.com
“That was a game, in my opinion, that we gave away,” said Doeren, whose Northern Illinois program will play host to Kansas on Saturday. “A lot of times, when you lose a football game, the team you’re playing beats ya. It’s really tough when you beat yourself, and I felt like we beat ourselves.”

JaCorey Shepherd ascends at corner for KU | KUsports.com
“I think Jacorey Shepherd would be a fine slot receiver,” Weis said. “I think he sees himself with a better opportunity on defense.”

Kansas Basketball

Roy Williams’ surgery ‘shock to everyone’ | KUsports.com
Crazy how things come up so quickly. Also can't believe Roy is nearing mid 60's. Still have my old Roy Williams basketball camp pictures where there isn't any gray to be found on his head.

College Football

Report: Big East still deciding among three schools for membership | CollegeFootballTalk
This much is true about Big East expansion: the conference is looking to acquire a 14th team. That's been the case for a while. Which program will be that 14th team -- or, if the Big East goes even bigger in size -- is still to be determined.

Bobby Petrino to blame for Arkansas' failed 2012 SEC, BCS quest - Andy Staples - SI.com
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. -- The group included trustees, wealthy donors and even a head of state. As a steady rain fell last Friday, they gathered on one of the luxurious suite levels of Reynolds Razorback Stadium and did what Arkansas people do. They called the hogs.