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Kansas head coach Mark Mangino yells across the field at his team during the first half of Saturday night's game against the Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas quarterback Adam Barmann turns to pass in the fourth quarter of play.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas defensive lineman Wayne Wilder takes a knee as teammate Eric Washington is examined by trainers and medical personnel Saturday night in Lincoln.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Nebraska runningback Cody Glenn runs past the Jayhawk offense almost untouched for what proved to be the winning touchdown of Saturday night's game at Memorial Field in Lincoln.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Nebraska runningback Cody Glenn runs past the Jayhawk offense almost untouched for what proved to be the winning touchdown of Saturday night's game at Memorial Field in Lincoln.

Published on September 30, 2006

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A handful of 'Husker fans clap for the Jayhawks as the field following their 39-32 overtime loss to Nebraska in Lincoln.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas receiver Brian Murph waits for a long pass as Nebraska's Cortney Grixby closes in during the second half.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas receiver Marcus Henry watches from the endzone as the Cornhuskers celebrate after the final pass by quarterback Adam Barmann went long in overtime Saturday night in Lincoln.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas receiver Marcus Henry pulls slides across the endzone as the Jayhawks' final effort at an overtime touchdown falls long Saturday night in Lincoln.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas receiver Marcus Henry pulls in a pass as he is tailed by Nebraska cornerback Andre Jones late in the second half.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas defensive back Anthony Webb disrupts the final pass of regulation to Nebraska receiver Frantz Hardy, which sent the game into overtime.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas defensive lineman James McClinton encloses on Nebraska quarterback Zac Taylor for a sack in the second half.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas receiver Marcus Henry is upended by Nebraska safety Andrew Shanle while going up for a pass in the second half.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas runningback Jon Cornish is closely tailed by Nebraska defenders Andrew Shanle, center, and Tierre Green in the second half of play.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas quarterback Adam Barmann, center and linebacker Mike Rivera make their way from Memorial Stadium following the Jayhawks 39-32 loss to the Cornhuskers in overtime Saturday night.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Offensive lineman Travis Dambach pats quarterback Adam Barmann on the helmet following Barmann's fumble on the 2 yard line during the first half of Saturday night's game against the Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas runningback Jon Cornish tries to cut through the 'Husker defense during the second quarter Saturday night at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas defensive lineman James McClinton is unable to get a hand on Nebraska quarterback Zac Taylor as he unloads a pass in the second quarter of Saturday night's game at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Nebraska receiver Terrence Nunn leaves Kansas defensive back Anthony Webb in the dust on the 'Huskers first drive of the game. The catch resulted in a touchdown.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas fullback Brandon McAnderson falls into the endzone for the Jayhawks' lone touchdown in the first half against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln.

Published on September 30, 2006

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The Jayhawks come together as a team before warming up prior to the start of Saturday night's game against Nebraska in Lincoln.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas receiver Marcus Henry goes airborne as Nebraska cornerback Andre Jones pulls in an interception from a pass by Kansas quarterback Adam Barmann during the first half of Saturday night's game against the Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln.

Published on September 30, 2006

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More than 80,000 fans await Kansas University when the Jayhawks take the field today at Nebraska's Memorial Stadium. They're loud, they're football-savvy and they wear red, as veteran KU quarterback Adam Barmann can attest.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Nebraska's Marlon Lucky bolts for a touchdown against Troy in this file photo from Saturday. Lucky had TD runs of 34, 45 and 51 yards against Troy.

Published on September 30, 2006

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Kansas University's Nick Reig, right, and Charlton Keith converge on Oklahoma quarterback Rhett Bomar during last season's game at Arrowhead Stadium. Bomar, booted from the Sooners earlier this year for accepting an improper gift, is awaiting the NCAA's approval to play at his new home, Sam Houston State, a Division I-AA school in Huntsville, Texas.

Published on September 28, 2006

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Kansas University quarterback Kerry Meier signals plays to the offense. Meier stayed on the sidelines for Saturday's game against South Florida but practiced Sunday.

Published on September 25, 2006

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Kansas State running back Thomas Clayton runs away from Louisville cornerback William Gay on the way to a 69-yard touchdown. Clayton's trip to paydirt would be it for the Wildcats on Saturday during a 24-6 loss to the No. 8 Cardinals at Bill Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan.

Published on September 24, 2006

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Oklahoma State quarterback Bobby Reid (14) looks downfield for a receiver in the first quarter of their NCAA football game against Houston, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2006, in Houston.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Army receiver Justin Larson (80) pulls down a second quarter pass over Baylors' Maurice Linguist during a college football game Saturday, Sept. 23, 2006, in Waco Texas. (, )

Published on September 23, 2006

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Jayhawk fans lunge for a free t-shirt launched into the crowd Saturday night at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas' Scott Webb kicks an extra point against South Florida. Webb nailed two field goals on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas runningback Jon Cornish, far left, has helmet troubles as quarterback Adam Barmann, right, looks to pass during the first half of Saturday night's game against the Bulls at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas' Mike Rivera (40) pressures South Florida's Matt Grothe on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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After surviving a close game against South Florida, Kansas' Marc Jones exits the field with his hands up on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas' Derek Fine drags South Florida's Ben Moffitt on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas' Marcus Henry (86) gets away from a South Florida defender on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas' Jon Cornish breaks free against South Florida for a 35-yard run, setting KU up for a touchdown, on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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The Kansas line holds their position against South Florida as quarterback Adam Barmann throws on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas defenders Joe Mortensen, front left, and Anthony Webb watch as Justin Thornton pulls down an interception to seal the Kansas victory over South Florida on the final play of Saturday night's game at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Eleven-year-old Reid Williams, Lawrence, cheers on the Jayhawk defense during Saturday night's game at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Nebraska's Lance Brandenburgh (40) and Rickey Thenarse, back right, drag down Troy's Mykeal Terry, in the first half of their college football game in Lincoln, Neb., Saturday, Sept. 23, 2006. Nebraska beat Troy, 56-0.)

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas receiver Brian Murph extends for extra yardage as he is dragged down by South Florida defensive back Danny Verpaele following a reception from quarterback Adam Barmann during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Bulls at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas linebacker Joe Mortensen brings down South Florida runningback Keeley Dorsey during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Bulls at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas runningback Jon Cornish races up the field on a 35-yard run during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Bulls at Memorial Stadium. The run ultimately set up a Scott Webb fieldgoal to give the Jayhawks some insurance points to their narrow lead.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Oklahoma's Reggie Smith (3) returns a punt 61 yards for a touchdown in the fourth quarter against Middle Tennessee in a college football game Saturday, Sept. 23, 2006, in Norman, Okla. Oklahoma won,59-0.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Ominous clouds linger over Memorial Stadium as Kansas takes on South Florida on Saturday.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas receiver Marcus Henry fumbles the football in the endzone as three South Florida defenders converge in a near touchdown situation during the first half of Saturday night's game against the Bulls at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas defenders Anthony Webb, left, Justin Thornton and Mike Rivera converge on South Florida runningback Benjamin Williams in during the first half of Saturday night's game against the Bulls at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas' Kerry Meier signals a play to the offense. Meier sat the game/first half out against South Florida on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas' Justin Thornton (46) and Aqib Talib (3) jostle for the ball against South Florida's Amp Hill (6) and Benjamin Williams on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas' Derek Fine drags South Florida's Ben Moffitt on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas' Jon Cornish is brought down by a South Florida Bull on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas receiver Jonathan Lamb pulls in a pass from quarterback Adam Barmann as he is tailed by South Florida defensive back Trae Williams during the first half of Saturday night's game against the Bulls at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas receiver Marcus Henry fumbles the football in the endzone as three South Florida defenders converge in a near touchdown situation during the first half of Saturday night's game against the Bulls at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Missouri quarterback Chase Daniel gets hit by Ohio's Matt Munch as he throws the ball Saturday, Sept. 23, 2006, during the second half of Missouri's 31-6 victory in a football game in Columbia, Mo. Daniel threw for 258 yards and two touchdowns in the game.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Colorado tailback Mell Holliday (37), linebacker Jason Ackerman (55) and linebacker Edwin Harrison (76) watch from the side lines in the second half as Georgia beat Colorado 14-13 during college football play at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., Saturday, Sept. 23, 2006.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas State tight end Jeron Mastrud (85 ) is brought down by Louisville safety Latarrius Thomas (30) after Mastrud caught a pass for a 13-yard gain during the second quarter of college football game Saturday, Sept. 23, 2006 in Manhattan, Kan. Louisville won the game 24-6.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Iowa State defender DeAndre Jackson (4) breaks up a pass intended for Texas receiver Jermichael Finley (16) during the third quarter of their football game in Austin, Texas, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2006.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Kansas cornerback Aqib Talib catches returns during warm-ups Saturday evening in preparation for the Jayhawks' game against South Florida at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Former Kansas State coach Bill Snyder turned around a dismal Wildcat football program in the 1990s with the help of solid up-and-coming assistants now making a name for themselves in the college game. This photo, taken sometime in the early 1990s, shows (front row, from left): John Latina, Nick Quartaro, Kevin Ramsey, Del Miller, Bruce Van De Velde. (back row, from left): Dana Dimel, Jim Leavitt, Jerry Palmieri, Bob Stoops, Bill Snyder, Mark Mangino, Mike Stoops and Bob Cope.

Published on September 23, 2006

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Head For The Cure 5K Race in Overland Park on 9/10/06.

Published on September 22, 2006

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Published on September 21, 2006

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Clifton E. Cushman was a standout track-and-field athlete at Kansas University before earning Olympic silver in 1960.

Published on September 21, 2006

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Kansas' Jamie Mathewson (3) passes during the third game against Texas A&M. KU beat the Aggies, 3-2, Wednesday at Horejsi Center.

Published on September 21, 2006

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Texas A&M's Christi Hahn (14) spikes through the block attempt of Kansas' Brittany Williams (10) and Jana Correa. Regardless, the Jayhawks beat the Aggies, 3-2, on Wednesday at Horejsi Center.

Published on September 21, 2006

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Kansas University golfer Gary Woodland, of Topeka, tees off on the 18th hole. Woodland won the Kansas Invitational, and the Jayhawks took the team title Tuesday at Alvamar Country Club.

Published on September 20, 2006

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Kansas University's Emily Brown's energetic personality has helped her become a leader on the KU volleyball team.

Published on September 20, 2006

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Emily Brown (7) looks to save a shot against Missouri last season. Brown thought she would end up playing basketball in college until her junior year at Baldwin High.

Published on September 20, 2006

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Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops, right, rails on a referee following Oregon's onside kick in the fourth quarter of the Sooners' 34-33 loss Saturday.

Published on September 20, 2006

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South Florida's Matt Grothe.

Published on September 19, 2006

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Kansas University's Kerry Meier and South Florida's Matt Grothe have taken their place at the top of the freshman quarterback class in 2006. They will face off Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 19, 2006

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Kansas University senior Gary Woodland lines up a putt during the Kansas Invitational. Woodland shot back-to-back rounds of 67 and 68 on Monday to take a commanding lead after the first day of competition at Alvamar Country Club.

Published on September 19, 2006

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Kansas University's Tyler Docking lines up a putt at the Kansas Invitational. Docking shot rounds of 70 and 74 on Monday at Alvamar Country Club.

Published on September 19, 2006

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Published on September 18, 2006

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Kansas senior Lacey Novak dribbles down field during the second half of the game against UCF in Lawrence.

Published on September 18, 2006

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Kansas senior Lacey Novak makes her way past UCF senior defender Michelle DeCespedes during the second half of the game in Lawrence.

Published on September 18, 2006

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Kansas freshman Estelle Johnson breaks down field against UCF defenders during a game in Lawrence. The Jayhawks defeated the Golden Knights 2-0 Sunday afternoon.

Published on September 18, 2006

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Kansas University senior Holly Gault dribbles around UCF's Sarah de Leon. Gault had a goal and an assist in KU's 2-0 victory Sunday at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex.

Published on September 18, 2006

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Kansas University quarterback Kerry Meier, right, sits on the Jayhawks' bench during Friday's 37-31 loss to Toledo. Meier was injured during the fourth quarter but re-entered the game.

Published on September 18, 2006

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Kansas senior Holly Gault is injured after a play during the second half of the game against UCF in Lawrence. Gault scored a goal and asissted on the other one in Kansas' 2-0 victory.

Published on September 18, 2006

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Kansas University's Jana Correa attempts to spike the ball over Texas' Jennifer Todd. The Longhorns swept the Jayhawks in three games Saturday at the Horejsi Family Athletics Center.

Published on September 17, 2006

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Kansas State's Dylan Meier, left, passes over Marshall's Albert McClellan. KSU won, 23-7, Saturday in Manhattan.

Published on September 17, 2006

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Kansas quarterback Kerry Meier sits on the Jayhawks' bench along with the offense after a Jayhawk turnover.

Published on September 16, 2006

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Kansas receiver Marcus Henry pulls in a pass as he is tailed by Toledo linebacker Greg Hay in the second half of Friday night's game against the Rockets at the Glass Bowl.

Published on September 16, 2006

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Kansas' Lacey Novak, left, and Pepperdine's Courtney Price hussle after the ball during the second half.

Published on September 16, 2006

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University of Kansas midfielder Michelle Rasmussen fights Pepperdine's Courtney Price for the ball during the second half. Kansas played Pepperdine at the Jayhawk soccer complex Friday night.

Published on September 16, 2006

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Kansas University midfielder Michelle Rasmussen prepares to pass the ball as Pepperdine's Sophia Medina closes in. The Jayhawks lost, 3-1, Friday at the Jayhawk Soccer Complex.

Published on September 16, 2006

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Jayhawk fan Drew Beck, 11, Youngstown, Ohio, dips his eyes below the guard rail to watch the game as things begin to go sour for the Jayhawks Friday night against Toledo.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Kansas safety Jerome Kemp fails to tackle Toledo runningback Jalen Parmele as he runs into the endzone for the winning touchdown after two overtimes Friday night at the Glass Bowl.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Kansas defensive lineman Curtis McClinton pulls himself off of the turf following the Jayhawks' 37-31 loss to Toledo after two overtimes, Friday night at the Glass Bowl.

Published on September 15, 2006

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The Kansas defense brings down Toledo runningback Jalen Parmele during the second half of Friday night's game against the Rockets at the Glass Bowl.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Kansas receiver Dexton Fields shows his frustration after dropping a pass during the second half of Friday night's game against the Rockets at the Glass Bowl.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Kansas defensive lineman Wayne Wilder puts pressure on Toledo quarterback Clint Cochran during the second half of Friday night's game against the Rockets at the Glass Bowl.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Kansas receiver Brian Murph snags the jersey of Toledo safety Barry Church as quarterback Kerry Meier takes off on a run during the second half of Friday night's game against the Rockets at the Glass Bowl. The Jayhawks were penalized for holding.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Head coach Mark Mangino and the Kansas bench show their frustration after the Jayhawks turned the ball over in the second overtime.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Kansas quarterback Kerry Meier heaves a pass over the middle during the second half of Friday night's game against the Rockets at the Glass Bowl.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Kansas safety Jerome Kemp slides face first into the turf as Toledo runningback Jalen Parmele makes his way into the endzone for the victory after two overtimes Friday night at the Glass Bowl.

Published on September 15, 2006

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The Jayhawks make their way from the field after being handed their first loss of the season by Toledo after two overtimes Friday night at the Glass Bowl.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Kansas head football coach Mark Mangino removes his headset as he has words for his team during the first half of Friday night's game against the Rockets at the Glass Bowl.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Kansas runningback Jon Cornish is surrounded by the Toledo defense during a first half run against the Rockets at the Glass Bowl.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Kansas runningback Jon Cornish leaps over a downed Toledo defender during the first half of Friday night's game against the Rockets at the Glass Bowl.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Toledo safety Tyrrell Herbert pulls down an interception over Kansas receiver Dexton Fields and Toledo cornerback Nigel Morris late in the first half of Friday night's game against the Rockets at the Glass Bowl.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Kansas quarterback Kerry Meier warms up before the Toledo student section prior to the start of Friday night's game.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Nebraska quarterback Zac Taylor takes aim during the Huskers' victory over Nicholls State in this file photo from Saturday. Taylor can put his name among the nation's top QBs if he plays well Saturday against Southern Cal.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Toledo coach Tom Amstutz reacts to a call against his team during the second overtime of the Rockets' 45-43 triple-overtime loss to Iowa State. Toledo lost its season opener Aug. 31 in Ames, Iowa.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Kansas University freshman Darrell Arthur goes up for a putback attempt over the other Jayhawk big men. The Jayhawks held a blue-and-red scrimmage in mid-June at the Bill Self basketball camp in Horejsi Family Athletics Center.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Kansas safety Jerome Kemp fails to tackle Toledo runningback Jalen Parmele as he runs into the endzone for the winning touchdown after two overtimes Friday night at the Glass Bowl.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Kansas University's Paul Como (98) butts his shaggy head with teammate Raymond Brown during the Jayhawks' season-opening victory over Northwestern State. Como, KU's versatile, long-haired defensive end-linebacker, has 10 total stops this season and is tied, with Joe Mortensen, for the team lead with four tackles for loss.

Published on September 15, 2006

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Oklahoma running back Adrian Peterson (28) rushes against Washington in this file photo from Saturday's game. A dangerous runner, Peterson is lining up in the slot this season to showcase his versatility.

Published on September 14, 2006

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Published on September 14, 2006

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Michigan QB Chad Henne.

Published on September 14, 2006

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The college football schedule for Saturday offers seven games involving 14 ranked teams, including No. 2 Notre Dame and Irish QB Brady Quinn, pictured here, against No. 11 Michigan and QB Chad Henne, below.

Published on September 14, 2006

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Published on September 14, 2006

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Missouri's Zach Milligan watches the Tigers' game against Mississippi from the sideline. Milligan, 21, a sergeant in the Army Reserves, is the only serviceman on the team. He spent all of 2005 in Tikrit, Iraq.

Published on September 12, 2006

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Terry Dahl, a Jayhawk convert from that other major state University with the colors being purple and white,shows off his proud KU spirit in the comfort of his home. This picture is typical of the way he dresses normally before a KU game.

Published on September 11, 2006

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A new generation of Jayhawks

Published on September 11, 2006

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Kansas coach Mark Mangino watches the final seconds of the Jayhawks' 21-19 victory over Louisiana-Monroe. Though KU won Saturday at Memorial Stadium, its defense was torched for 377 passing yards.

Published on September 11, 2006

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Allison Ramos, left, Olivia Quina and Olivia Bolbridge scream and dance as the Kansas University marching band starts the parade Saturday afternoon on Massachusetts Street. The girls are from Brownie Troop 86 at Lawrence Catholic School.

Published on September 10, 2006

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Brenda Sampson and her son Adam Sampson, 6, at right, watch drummers march by in the Kansas University Band Day Parade on Massachusetts Street. More than 30 area high school marching bands participated in KU's 59th annual Band Day on Saturday.

Published on September 10, 2006

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Kansas University freshman setter Katie Martincich (2) sets up freshman middle blocker Brittany Williams for a spike during warmups. Arkansas defeated Kansas, 3-2, Saturday at the Horejsi Family Athletics Center.

Published on September 10, 2006

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Kansas receiver Marcus Henry pulls in a touchdown pass from Kerry Meier as Louisianna Monroe cornerback Quintez Secks clings to his back during the first half of Saturday night's game at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 9, 2006

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Jayhawk fan Jason Warble, Gary, Indiana junior, heckles the Warhawk bench from the student section Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 9, 2006

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The student section goes wild as the Jayhawks take the field prior to the start of Saturday night's game against Louisianna Monroe at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 9, 2006

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Kansas University students and Operation Iraqi Freedom veterans, Specialist Susan Massey, back, left, Sergeant David Warren, and Sergeant Adrian Motta, right, salute the flag during the national anthem prior to the start of Kansas' game against Louisianna Monroe. These three soldiers and four others were honored before the Memorial Stadium crowd.

Published on September 9, 2006

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Dexton Fields holds up KU's first touchdown in the first half of action against Lousiana Monroe.

Published on September 9, 2006

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KU's coach Mark Maningo watches as the clock ticks down while the Jayhawks slipped by the Warhawks 21-19.

Published on September 9, 2006

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KU' s James McClinton tries sacking Lousiana Monroe QB Kinsmon Lancaster in the second half.

Published on September 9, 2006

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Raymond Brown tries to break up a pass to Lousiana Monroe's LaGregory Sapp. Sapp caught the ball, giving the Warhawks position to score a touchdown late in the fourth quarter but failed to score on the two-point conversion.

Published on September 9, 2006

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KU QB Kerry Meier fumbled the ball near the goal line late in the 1st half. KU eventually went on to score their second touchdown on the drive.

Published on September 9, 2006

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Marcus Herford looks for a clearing in the defense during the second half.

Published on September 9, 2006

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A view from the top of the north end shows a nearly packed Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 9, 2006

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KU's Raymond Brown tries breaking up a pass attempt to Lousiana Monroe's LaGregory Sapp in the second half. The Jayhawks were called for pass interference on the play.

Published on September 9, 2006

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Louisianna Monroe quarterback Kinsmon Lancaster hangs his head after a missed two point conversion attempt to tie the game late in the second half of Saturday night's game against Louisianna Monroe at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 9, 2006

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A group of Jayhawk fans including Phil Bachand, Sarasota sopomore, center, Sarah Bachand, Fairway, Kan. sophomore, and Evan Firner, Emporia State senior, Tribune, Kan., right, protest a Warhawk touchdown that was later called back and penalized for offensive holding during the second half of Saturday night's game against Louisianna Monroe at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 9, 2006

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A gang of Jayhawk defenders collapse upon Warhawk quarterback Kinsmon Lancaster during the second half of Saturday night's game against Louisianna Monroe at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 9, 2006

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The Louisianna Monroe defense watches as their last ditch effort onside kick is snagged by fullback Brandon McAnderson late in the second half of Saturday night's game against Louisianna Monroe at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 9, 2006

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Kansas runningback Jon Cornish shrugs off a Louisianna Monroe defender as he trudges down field in the first quarter. Cornish's run helped to set up a touchdown by receiver Dexton Fields during Saturday night's game at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 9, 2006

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Runningback Jon Cornish looks to block as quarterback Kerry Meier unleashes a pass during the first half of Saturday night's game against Louisianna Monroe at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 9, 2006

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KU's Marcus Henry streaches out for the Jayhawks' second touchdown in the first half Saturday night against Lousiana Monroe at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 9, 2006

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Dexton Fields holds up KU's first touchdown in the first half of action against Lousiana Monroe.

Published on September 9, 2006

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Kansas receiver Marcus Henry is hoisted up by his teammates following a late second quarter touchdown reception during Saturday night's game against Louisianna-Monroe at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 9, 2006

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KU's on Cornish dives for yards in the first half Saturday.

Published on September 9, 2006

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Jayhawk fans Eric Nitsch, 13, Hunter, Kan. right, looks to pull a reception away from Jowell Daniels, 12, Kansas City, Kan. as the two and other kids play a pickup game of touch football in the parking lot of Memorial Stadium prior to the start of the Jayhawks' game against Louisianna Monroe.

Published on September 9, 2006

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Today's big game matches Texas red-shirt freshman quarterback Colt McCoy, against Ohio State fifth-year senior QB Troy Smith. The meeting between top-ranked OSU and No. 2 UT is college football's first No. 1 vs. No. 2 regular-season meeting since 1996.

Published on September 9, 2006

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Today's big game matches Texas red-shirt freshman quarterback Colt McCoy against Ohio State fifth-year senior QB Troy Smith. The meeting between top-ranked OSU and No. 2 UT is college football's first No. 1 vs. No. 2 regular-season meeting since 1996.

Published on September 9, 2006

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University of Kansas middle blocker Savannah Noyes attempts to spike the ball over Brigham Young University's Lindsy Hartsock in the third match. KU swept BYU 3-0 Thursday night at Horejsi Family Athletics Center.

Published on September 8, 2006

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Kansas University's Brittany Williams, right, and Emily Brown attempt to block a Brigham Young attack. KU swept BYU, 3-0.

Published on September 8, 2006

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Lisa and Owen Foust were surprised at Saturday's Kansas University football game when they were required to fork over $35 for a ticket for their 3-month-old daughter, Kate. The Fousts, pictured on Wednesday at Memorial Stadium, think the price is an unfair admission fee for an infant.

Published on September 7, 2006

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Osawatomie High band members, from left, Rachel Fisher, Carrie Grant and Jerome McKain laugh during warmups at last year's Band Day, sponsored by Kansas University. This year's event, featuring a downtown parade and half-time performance during KU's football game, is set for Saturday.

Published on September 7, 2006

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Taujai from Lenapah, Oklahoma scared for her life from the Jayhawk!

Published on September 5, 2006

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TCU quarterback Marcus Jackson takes off for a short gain. Jackson ran in the fourth quarter of TCU's 17-7 victory against Baylor on Sunday in Waco, Texas. Jackson came off the bench after halftime and completed 11 of 13 passes for 148 yards. "It was crazy. I had a couple of warmup throws, maybe three or four," Jackson said.

Published on September 4, 2006

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Kansas University defensive end Paul Como (98) drags down Northwestern State running back Richuel Massey. The Jayhawks stymied the Demons, 49-18, Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 4, 2006

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Kansas University's Colby Wissel, left, and Paul Hefferon near the finish line of the Bob Timmons Invitational. Hefferon and Wissel finished 1-2 in the collegiate cross country event Saturday at Rim Rock Farm.

Published on September 3, 2006

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Montana State kicker Jeff Hastings (46) celebrates his field goal against Colorado with quarterback Cory Carpenter. The Bobcats upset the Buffs, 19-10, Saturday in Boulder, Colo.

Published on September 3, 2006

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Kansas running back Jon Cornish right, watches as quarterback Kerry Meier attempts to pass around the oncoming rush of Northwestern State defensive tackle Tory Collins during the first half of Saturday night's game at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas defensive end John Larson bats down a pass from Northwestern State quarterback Ricky Joe Meeks during the second half of Saturday night's game at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Two-year-old Jayhawk fan Eliana Marker, Indianapolis, gets some help from Lawrence resident and friend Jen Alderdice as she high fives the cheerleaders during Saturday night's game at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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The Kansas offense makes room for quarterback Kerry Meier as he looks to pass during the first half of Saturday night's game at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas University's Brian Murph (6) signals to the fans after returning a punt 70 yards for a touchdown in the Jayhawks' 49-18 victory over Northwestern State. Murph also caught a 15-yard TD pass in KU's season-opening victory Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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A handful of Jayhawk fans go wild as they see themselves on the video board during KU's season opener.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas fans wave the wheat during the KU-Northwestern game. About 45,000 people attended the game on Saturday.

Published on September 2, 2006

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KU's Kerry Meier sets off on a 31-yard touchdown run against Northwestern State. Meier threw for 110 yards and two TDs and rushed for 31 yards and two more scores Saturday.

Published on September 2, 2006

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KU coach Mark Mangino congratulates Jake Sharp, left, and Kerry Meier as they exit the field against Northwestern State.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas University's Jon Cornish, left, outpaces Northwestern State's Jordan Patton for a 69-yard touchdown run in the Jayhawks' 49-18 victory. Cornish rushed for a career-best 140 yards in KU's season-opening victory Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas' Brandon Duncan (16) and Dexton Fields (88) converge on the punt of Northwestern State's Marchall Burton. Jeff Foster fell on the ball for a touchdown.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas quarterback Kerry Meier attempts to pass around the oncoming rush of Northwestern State defensive tackle Tory Collins during the first half of Saturday night's game at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas defensive end Paul Como drags down Northwestern State tailback Richuel Massey for a loss during the first half of Saturday night's game at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas safety Jerome Kemp celebrates early in the game against Northwestern on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas' Derek Fine hands fans his wristband after beating Northwestern on Saturday.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas' Paul Como stops Northwestern State's Richuel Massey in his tracks. Massey had six carries for three yards, and the Demons rushed for just 62 yards against the Jayhawks.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas' Raymond Brown (38) butts heads with defensive teammate Paul Como (98) against Northwestern on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas running back Jon Cornish stiff arms Northwestern State safety Russ Washington as he tears down the field during the second half of Saturday night's game at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kick returner Brian Murph leaves Northwestern State kicker Marshall Burton in the dust as he eyes the goalline on a kickoff return for a touchdown during the first half of Saturday night's game at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas linebacker Brandon Duncan (16) and receiver Dexton Fields lunge in to block a punt by Northwestern State kicker Marshall Burton that was recovered for a Jayhawk touchdown during the first half of Saturday night's game at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas' Marcus Henry collects KU's first touchdown of the fall season against Northwestern State's C.L. Grogan on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas fans get hyped for the first game of the fall football season against Northwestern on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas' Jon Cornish drags Northwestern defenders Russ Washington (3) and Jason O'Brien on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas University graduate student Brian Wolf, Lenexa, lofts a Ping Pong ball during a game of beer pong with his teammate and 2005 KU graduate Pete Jabbour, Kansas City, Mo., Saturday afternoon across the street from Memorial Stadium. The streets surrounding the stadium were alive with pregame tailgating parties and revelry in anticipation for the start of the 2006 football season.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Five-year-old Ross Brungardt, Lawrence, chucks a football down the sidewalk to a receiver on Illinois Street as he and his family tailgated prior to the start of the Jayhawks' game against the Northwestern State Demons.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas alumni Brad Hill, from Prairie Village, launches a pass to his friend lost in a sea of cars and cookouts before the KU-Northwestern football game on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas alumni Steve Dillon, Lawrence, cooks out for friends and family along Mississippi Street before the KU-Northwestern State football game. Jayhawk fans converged on Memorial Stadium on Saturday for the start of the fall KU football season.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas' Derek Fine (85) leaves the football field with teammates before the start of the KU-Northwestern State football game on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Published on September 2, 2006

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The son of a football coach, Ricky Joe Meeks (6) will lead Northwestern (La.) State in its season opener today against Kansas University.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Kansas University's football team will entrust half its passing game to receivers like, from left, Dominic Roux, Marcus Herford, Brian Murph, Marcus Henry and Dexton Fields.

Published on September 2, 2006

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Iowa State's Stevie Hicks, center, tries to break free from Toledo defenders Nigel Morris, left, and Sean Williamson. The Cyclones held on for a 45-43, triple-overtime victory over Toledo on Thursday in Ames, Iowa.

Published on September 1, 2006

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KU coach Mark Mangino argues for a touchdown in the Jayhawks' victory last season over Iowa State. That win helped the Jayhawks earn a bid to the Fort Worth Bowl, and that postseason appearance no doubt helped Mangino land a contract extension, which was announced Thursday.

Published on September 1, 2006