Consolation prize money eases Blazer loss to Kansas
UAB coach Jim Hilyer emphasized the $100,000 payout for his Division I-AA program after a 72-0 setback at Memorial Stadium. He joked about valuing each point, noting the total $1,389 per point allowed, while Kansas coach Glen Mason limited scoring. The Blazers threatened early, driving to the KU 11 before a penalty and a fumble halted the drive.
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Blazers fall to Kansas 72 points shy in Open
KU attacked with kickoff and punt returns while Missouri State s struggled with four fumbles and two interceptions. Whitcomb completed 22 of 31 passes for 220 yards as UAB moved the ball but failed to score. KU depth overwhelmed UAB as coach Hilyer laments the lopsided result and reflects on the game strategy.
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Jayhawks hammer UAB 72-0 rout on ground and air
Kansas controlled the game from start to finish as five KU backs rushed for at least 50 yards and a 65 yard run opened the scoring. UAB struggled on the ground and fumbled four times while Kansas mixed runs and passes to coast. Kansas State visit set for Oct. 6 with ESPN kickoff at 7 p.m.
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Jayhawks put 66 players into win over UAB
Kansas coach Glen Mason used 66 players in a 1994 season opener dominating performance. Ashaundai Smiths 93 yard kickoff return tied fourth longest in KU annals. Dorian Brew 81 yard punt return also among school best. Rod Jones may return Oct 6 against Kansas State. Avery Randle started at cornerback.
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Coach Reflects on Tough Game and Player Effort
A coach comments on a grueling match, praising his players for enduring despite fatigue and injuries. He notes some first teamers were overextended and suggests a few should not have played, but he remains proud of the team’s effort through to the final whistle.
Thoren Plays First Action For Kansas In 72-0 Win
Lawrence High alumnus Jason Thoren finally saw Kansas action in the 72-0 blowout of Alabama-Birmingham at Memorial Stadium. He started on the opening kickoff, played on the kickoff unit most of the game, and logged a late assist tackle while adjusting to faster play and crowd intensity.
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Jayhawks blank UAB in dominating scoring spree
Kansas builds a 72 point lead through a relentless offense led by Mark Williams and LT Levine. Williams connects with Jim Moore on key plays while Levine crashes in for multiple TDs and a 38 yard scamper.
UAB and Kansas Tally Incomplete Game Box Score Report
Individual rushing totals show UAB led by Robert Davis with 32 yards and Kansas by Abdul Jones 86. Passing summaries list Whitcomb for UAB with 220 yards and Williams for Kansas with 144. Receiving leaders include Derrick Ingram 107 yards for UAB and Jim Moore 71 for Kansas. Attendance estimated at 35,000.
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