Big 12 Football: Preseason Power Rankings
By Hayden Hyde
Jul 20, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach David Beaty speaks to the media during the Big 12 Media Days at Omni Dallas. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
This is a big transition season for Kansas. They let go former head coach Charlie Weis in favor of the young, unproven David Beaty. As the former receivers coach at Texas A&M, Beaty was a passionate motivator and fiery recruiter. His prowess for connecting with college athletes will be helpful in building trust and relationships with his players.
Beaty will also bring with him an “Air Raid” offense. It will be very similar to what Texas A&M runs now; a classic Mike Leach offense, the Jayhawks will be lining up fast and running lots of plays. Kansas’s fans can expect to see lots of bubble screens and quick passes to open the running game, and perhaps games where their pass attempts are upwards of 50.
With a new and improved offense, a new coach, and a fresh start, the Jayhawks are primed for rebuilding; which is why they come in at 10 on this list.
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