Opening Line: Kansas State -6.5
Schuster: Kansas +8.5
Every single time it’s looked like KU had a shot against K-State over the last decade or so, the Wildcats have blown out the Jayhawks. Given Kansas doesn’t even know who will be starting at quarterback this week, it’s hard not to think about that history. Still, Lance Leipold has proven at every turn that this program is in a new era. Which means the days of getting steamrolled by State at home should be long gone.
Scalici: Kansas +8.5
The Jayhawks have had some magic at home this season and if Bean is back, they’ll have some more for this rivalry game.
D’Andrea: Kansas +8.5
Lance Leipold is optimistic Jason Bean will be back and 8.5 points is A LOT to lay on the road against a ranked opponent in a rivalry game.
Martinelli: Kansas +8.5
If Jason Bean were healthy, I’d be a lot more confident in taking the Jayhawks here. Lance Leipold might be “optimistic” that Bean can play, but even if he can, is it at a level that can win an in-state rivalry game? Who knows, but in Lawrence, I think Kansas can keep it close against the Wildcats.
Nettuno: Kansas State -8.5
This matchup would have been much more interesting with Jason Bean quarterbacking the Jayhawks. Now, it’s hard to find much confidence at all.
Grimes: Kansas +8.5
It’s kind of freeing leaning into just not really having a clue. Rolling with the fightin’ Blakes.
Darney: Kansas +8.5
I feel like every time I don’t pick Kansas, things go badly.
Northam: Kansas State -8.5
So like, who is playing quarterback for Kansas?
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