Webb heads into KU spring game in calmer QB battle
Kansas University quarterback Jordan Webb enters the annual spring game at Memorial Stadium at 1 30 p m with a calmer mindset and fewer pressures after last year’s roller coast season. Teammates say his improvement is clear as he stays within the offense and avoids forcing plays. Webb, a third year sophomore, has shown better decision making this spring while competing with senior Quinn Mecham for the starting job.
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Dyson Sac Fly Lifts Royals To 4-3 Win Over Twins
Royals rally from a 3-2 deficit in the eighth as Jarrod Dyson scores the winning run on a sacrifice fly hit by Alcides Escobar. Dyson, manning the bases after being recalled from spring training, showcased elite speed to reach home. Ned Yost lauds Dyson's late-game impact as Joakim Soria nails down the save. Burnett takes the loss for Minnesota.
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Prep star Ellis draws crowd at Lawrence event after 19 points
Ellis, a 6-8 forward from Wichita Heights, scored 19 points and drew crowd attention at Haskell's Coffin Complex during a 69-56 loss to Dream Vision in the Jayhawk Invitational. Rivals.com top recruit in the Class of 2012, he voiced comfort with the spotlight as he plans five official visits this fall amid high school title runs and a rising recruiting heat. Shabazz Muhammad and Winston Shepard also featured for Dream Vision, with Upshaw among the noted prospects in attendance.
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Chiefs draft intriguing LB Justin Houston in third round
Kansas City selected Justin Houston a Georgia pass rusher once viewed as a late first rounder after a reported combine drug test issue. Houston 6-2 285 is joined by Florida State center Rodney Hudson and Miami defensive end Allen Bailey in a high risk high reward trio. Chiefs GM Scott Pioli cited risk but welcomed the chance to add a disruptive edge player to pair with Tamba Hali.
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Chiefs draft picks list highlights early selections
Chiefs draft picks so far show Jonathan Baldwin WR from Washington picked at 26. Rodney Hudson C from Florida State taken at 55. Justin Houston LB from Georgia selected at 70. Allen Bailey DE from Miami Florida picked at 86.
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