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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 2011
Page
15
Kansas defeated McNeese State 49 31 on the road as James Sims led with 104 rushing yards and JaCarey Shepherd added 107 receiving. McNeese State matched with 325 passing yards from Stroud and Dodge, while Kansas piled up 447 yards offense and controlled time of possession.
A detailed scoring sequence from a Kansas game against McNeese State outlines KU scores by Daymond Patterson, James Sims, Tony Pierson, JaCorey Shepherd, and Webb. The narrative covers second through fourth quarters with field goals, TDs, and key plays including Piersons first TD and a late McNeese push.
Kansas freshman Darrian Miller ran 13 times for 63 yards in a 42 24 victory, showing blend of power and elusiveness. Teammates praised his double threat ability and big play potential while noting he was a frequent early-season edge target. Steven Johnson called Miller slippery and highly trending toward a breakout career.
Kansas coach Turner Gill reflected on the death of Kansas legend Don Fambrough after a 42-24 season-opening win over McNeese State. Gill praised Fambrough and noted the impact on former players and fans as QB Jordan Webb connected on three TD passes in a controlled win. Biere recalled Fambrough’s passion for KU and rivalry with Missouri.
Kansas University athletic director Sheahon Zenger, amid KU's season opening win over McNeese State, said he was disappointed by Oklahoma's comments about wandering eyes. He emphasized commitment to a nine-member Big 12 and declined to discuss survival with eight teams, noting ongoing talks with conference leadership and other ADs.
Kansas quarterback Jordan Webb and freshmen Kale Shepherd JaCorey Shepherd fueled a 28 10 lead with Shepherd's 56 yard TD and a 48 yard TD late. Webb went 7 10 146 yards and three TDs while Kansas rushed for 301 yards as a dominant season opening win. James Sims added 104 yards on 19 carries as Kansas ran 55 plays for 301 rushing yards. The Jayhawks outgained their opponent 301 rushing yards and sought to define the Gill era with a strong ground game and new stars.
McNeese State pushed Kansas hard in the 42 24 loss paced by 420 yards to KU 447. quarterback Riley Dodge threw for 107 yards and a TD while Cody Stroud added 218 passing yards and a TD as coach Matt Viator praised his unit and noted Kansas adjusted with no huddle and strong rushing.
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