Kansas' Darnell Jackson guards UCLA's Luc Richard Mbah a Moute on Saturday at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Ca.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas guard Mario Chalmers hits the deck after running into traffic in the first half. Back is forward Darnell Jackson.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas defenders Brandon Rush, center, and Darnell Jackson look to defend against UCLA guard Michael Roll during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Bruins at the HP Pavilion in San Jose.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas' Darnell Jackson, left, and Jeremy Case hang their heads as UCLA claims victory on Saturday at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Ca.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas' Darnell Jackson looks for an open teammate against UCLA's Luc Richard Mbah a Moute on Saturday at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Ca.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson screams after throwing down a dunk over the UCLA defense in the first half.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson loses his balance as UCLA forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute pulls down a rebound in the first half of play.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas guard Rodrick Stewart, center, conducts an interview with teammate and forward Darnell Jackson in the team locker room Friday afternoon in San Jose.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson lounges in the back of the team locker room Friday afternoon.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas' Darnell Jackson (32) and Darrell Arthur double-team Southern Illinois' Randal Falker in the first half on Thursday at the HP Pavillion in San Jose, Ca.

Published on March 22, 2007

Kansas' Darnell Jackson slams against Southern Illinois in the first half on Thursday at the HP Pavillion in San Jose, Ca.

Published on March 22, 2007

Kansas' Darnell Jackson runs into Southern Illinois' Tony Boyle on Thursday in the first half at the HP Pavillion in San Jose, Ca.

Published on March 22, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson rips a rebound away from Southern Illinois forward Randal Falker during the first half of Thursday's game against the Salukis at the HP Pavillion in San Jose.

Published on March 22, 2007

Darnell Jackson signs his name to a poster held by a group of children at Allen Fieldhouse. The KU team left Lawrence on Tuesday for the trip to San Jose, Calif.

Published on March 21, 2007

A bright-eyed Darnell Jackson watches the final moments of Sunday's game from the bench with forward Darrell Arthur, left.

Published on March 18, 2007

Kansas guard Sherron Collins lunges to the bucket above Kentucky guard Jodie Meeks during the first half of Sunday's second-round game against the Wildcats at the United Center in Chicago. Left is Kansas forward Darnell Jackson and right is Kentucky forward Sheray Thomas.

Published on March 18, 2007

From left, Kansas' Sherron Collins, Assistant Coach Curtis Townsend, Darnell Jackson, Rodrick Stewart and Brady Morningstar coasted to a victory against Kentucky on Sunday at the United Center in Chicago, Ill.

Published on March 18, 2007

Brothers Aaron, 5, right, and Austin Butell, 9, of Lawrence, receive autographs from Rodrick Stewart, left, and Darnell Jackson before the Jayhawks board the bus. The Butells were among the 30 onlookers Wednesday at Allen Fieldhouse when the Jayhawks left for Chicago for the NCAA Tournament.

Published on March 15, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson screams in celebration as the Jayhawks put the Longhorns under wraps in overtime.

Published on March 11, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson rips away a rebound from Texas center Connor Atchley during the first half of Sunday's championship game of the Big 12 Tournament against the Longhorns at the Ford Center in Oklahoma City.

Published on March 11, 2007

Kansas forwards Julian Wright, left, and Darnell Jackson look to grab a rebound over Texas forward Kevin Durant during the first half of Sunday's championship game of the Big 12 Tournament against the Longhorns at the Ford Center in Oklahoma City.

Published on March 11, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson extends to defend a shot by Kansas State forward David Hoskins during the first half of Saturday's semifinal game of the Big 12 Tournament against the Wildcats at the Ford Center in Oklahoma City.

Published on March 10, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson shuffles his feet as he defends Texas guard D.J. Augustin during the second half of Saturday's game against the Longhorns at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on March 3, 2007

Kansas' Darnell Jackson slams home a fast break dunk against Texas on Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on March 3, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson goes up against Texas defender Kevin Durant during the second half of Saturday's game against the Longhorns at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on March 3, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson pounds his chest after the Jayhawks forced a Sooner turnover during the second half of Monday night's game at Lloyd Noble center in Norman.

Published on February 26, 2007

Kansas' Darnell Jackson skies over Iowa State's Jiri Hubalek on Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on February 24, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson sails by Kansas State guard Lance Harris after being juked in the second half of Monday night's game against the Wildcats at Bramlage Coliseum.

Published on February 19, 2007

Kansas defenders Mario Chalmers, center, and Darnell Jackson soar in to defend against a shot by Kansas State guard Akeem Wright during the first half of Monday night's game against the Wildcats at Bramlage Coliseum.

Published on February 19, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson rips a rebound away from Colorado center Sean Kowal during the second half of Wednesday night's game against the Buffaloes at the Coors Events Center in Boulder.

Published on February 14, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson reacts after being whistled for a foul late in the first half of Wednesday night's game against the Buffaloes at the Coors Events Center in Boulder.

Published on February 14, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson runs back on defense with a smile as the Jayhawks widen their first-half lead during Saturday's game against the Tigers at Mizzou Arena.

Published on February 10, 2007

Kansas Darnell Jackson goes up against Kansas State's Jason Bennett in the first half.

Published on February 7, 2007

Sashe Doel, right foreground, attempts a free throw after KU forward Darnell Jackson rubbed the ball for good luck. The Jayhawks spent two hours with 100 Special Olympians at Sunday's Chamberlain Basketball Clinic in Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on February 5, 2007

Kansas' Darnell Jackson brings down a rebound against Texas A&M on Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on February 3, 2007

Kansas' Darnell Jackson gets airborn after Texas A&M's Josh Carter faked a jumper.

Published on February 3, 2007

Kansas' Darnell Jackson smothers Texas A&M's Acie Law IV in the second half.

Published on February 3, 2007

Kansas big men Darrell Arthur, front, and Darnell Jackson battle for a rebound with Nebraska center Aleks Maric during the first half of Monday night's game against the Cornhuskers at the Devaney Center in Lincoln.

Published on January 29, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson watches from the bench late in the second half of Saturday's game against the Red Raiders in Lubbock.

Published on January 20, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson goes up for a bucket as he is hounded by Iowa State defenders Jiri Hubalek and Wesley Johnson, right, during the first half of Saturday's game against the Cyclones at Hilton Coliseum.

Published on January 13, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson encourages teammate Mario Chalmers before Chalmers went to the line after an intentional foul was called against South Carolina in the first half for hacking Chalmers on the drive.

Published on January 7, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson rips a rebound away from South Carolina forward Brandon Wallace during the first half of Sunday's game against the Gamecocks at the Colonial Center in Columbia, South Carolina.

Published on January 7, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jacson grabs hold of South Carolina forward Brandon Wallace as he pulls down a rebound during the first half of Sunday's game against the Gamecocks at the Colonial Center in Columbia, South Carolina.

Published on January 7, 2007

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson fights for a rebound with Rhode Island center Darrell Harris during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Rams at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on December 30, 2006

Kansas' Darnell Jackson (32) and Russell Robonson (3) battle Boston College's Sean Williams (51) and Sean Marshall for a rebound in the second half at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on December 23, 2006

Kansas' Darnell Jackson (32) dunks on Boston College's Sean Williams on Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on December 23, 2006

Kansas' Brandon Rush (25) snags a rebound next to teammate Darnell Jackson (32) as Boston College's Sean Marshall (23) and Shamari Spears (34) look on in the first half on Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on December 23, 2006

Kansas' Darnell Jackson (32) elevates, but misses, a powerful slam on Winston-Salem State's Greg Lewis (25) in the second half.

Published on December 19, 2006

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson lunges in for a bucket against Toledo forward Florentino Valencia during the second half of Saturday's game against the Rockets at Kemper Arena

Published on December 9, 2006

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson looks to chase down a loose ball during the first half of Monday night's game against the Trojans at Allen Fieldhouse

Published on December 4, 2006

Kansas University's Sherron Collins (4) and Darnell Jackson (32) fly off the bench following a KU bucket in overtime. The Jayhawks defeated Florida, 82-80 in overtime, Saturday in Las Vegas.

Published on November 27, 2006

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson backs down Florida forward Al Horford during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Gators at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas.

Published on November 26, 2006

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson works the post against Florida defender Jonathan Mitchell during the first half.

Published on November 25, 2006

Kansas University's basketball team - including, from left, Darnell Jackson, coach Bill Self, Brandon Rush, Russell Robinson, Sherron Collins, Rodrick Stewart and Darrell Arthur - makes its way through the Thanksgiving buffet line at the Renaissance Las Vegas Hotel. The Jayhawks dined after practice Thursday, the eve of their Las Vegas Invitational meeting with Ball State.

Published on November 24, 2006

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson watches his shot fall over Tennessee State center Rashad Armstrong during the first half.

Published on November 21, 2006

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson celebrates with his teammates after a called timeout in first half of Tuesday night's game against the Tigers at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 21, 2006

Kansas' Darnell Jackson looks for an open teammate against Towson's Winstonn Tubbs.

Published on November 19, 2006

Oral Roberts' Marchello Vealy, left, and Kansas' Darnell Jackson battle for posession on Wednesday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 15, 2006

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson throws down a dunk during the first half of Saturday night's game against the Lumberjacks at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 11, 2006

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson watches his put back attempt connect against Emporia State center Ed Desir during the first half of Tuesday night's exhibition game against the Hornets at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 7, 2006

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson turns around for a shot over Washburn forward Frank Phifer during the first half of Thursday night's exhibition game against the Ichabods at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 2, 2006

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson puts up a shot against Washburn forward Kyle Snyder during the second half of Thursday night's exhibition game against the Ichabods at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 2, 2006

Kansas forward Darnell Jackson tangles with Washburn forward Frank Phifer as the two battle for a loose ball during the second half of Thursday night's exhibition game against the Ichabods at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 2, 2006

Junior forward Darnell Jackson.

Published on October 13, 2006

KU's Darnell Jackson, foreground, and Julian Wright drop to the floor to do push-ups.

Published on October 3, 2006