KU punt woes continue in 23 20 win over UAB
Kansas endured punt miscues that yielded 20 straight UAB points in Memorial Stadium. Changes behind the scenes shuffled snaps and coaching, with Bob Schmidt taking over long snapping and Joey Pelfanio adjusting to a tighter pocket as KU edged the Blazers on Saturday.
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Jayhawks edge UAB 23 20 after late 50 yard field goal miss
KU survived a tense game as Joe Garcia nailed a 50 yard field goal to lift the Jayhawks over UAB 23 20 after a missed PAT earlier. Allen praised Garcia while KU limited UAB to 238 yards and overcame punt issues to secure their first win of the season.
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Jayhawks Rally and Lead in Early KU UAB Shootout
Kansas drives start with Dylan Smith 18 yard rushing score after interception. Smith connects with Harrison Hill and David Winbush on key completions to fuel a 68 yard nine play march. Hill blocks for Moran Norris TD while Joe Garcia adds extra points. UAB answers with field goals and Dugger TD as the Blazers take a 20 14 lead. Winbush 42 yard run sparks KU drive before turnover. Ross and Winbush highlight a scoring pass to tie 20-20. Garcia kicks field goal to finish the half.
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Jayhawks Tie Blazers as Punts, Plays Heat Memorial Stadium
Alabama Birmingham received a 250000 guarantee for the Lawrence trip while UCLA, a national power, will be paid 400000 for Sept 8 at Memorial Stadium. Dylen Smith fired a 59 yard strike to Roger Ross to knot the game at 20 with 13 47 remaining as KU faced punt troubles and a quirky equipment penalty.
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