{
  "id": 13732138,
  "title": "Kansas football vs Utah grades: Jayhawks’ report card from Big 12 game",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/kansas-football-vs-utah-grades-jayhawks-report-card-from-big-12-game",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-11T14:10:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/kansas-football-vs-utah-grades-141051869.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kansas football faced a 41-24 loss in a Big 12 Conference game against No. 12 Utah on Saturday. The Jayhawks (2-3, 0-2 in Big 12) received a C+ overall grade. The offense improved as the game went on, with redshirt sophomore quarterback Isaiah Marshall recovering from an early interception, but they missed key opportunities in the final quarter to score again after reaching the red zone. Their final two drives ended in turnovers on downs, sealing the defeat. The defense managed two forced turnovers, sacks, and six tackles for loss, but struggled with unfavorable situations, allowing Utah to move the ball easily and score a crushing 90-yard rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter. Special teams performed adequately, with kicker Martin Connington making a 34-yard field goal and all extra points, while punter Matt Gill had a 65-yard punt. Coaching received a C grade, as Kansas penalties significantly impacted their performance in a tough road game.",
  "summary": "Kansas football returned to action Saturday on the road in Big 12 play against Utah. Here’s how the Jayhawks graded out from the matchup this weekend.",
  "key_points": [
    "Kansas Jayhawks lost 41-24 to Utah in Big 12 game.",
    "Offense improved with Isaiah Marshall's performance.",
    "Defense struggled with turnovers and Utah's scoring."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}