# Kansas Jayhawks and LIU football season opener

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kansas-jayhawks-and-liu-football-season-opener
> Updated: 2026-09-05T03:52:23.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

The University of Kansas football team opened its 2026 season against Long Island University (LIU) at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.

Prior to the matchup, attention was focused on whether new starting quarterback Isaiah Marshall and offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki could increase the Jayhawks' scoring output. LIU entered the game following a 6-6 season in 2025.

Kansas secured a 51-6 victory, with Marshall completing 14 of 19 passes for 248 yards and two touchdowns. The Jayhawks' offense was bolstered by two rushing touchdowns from Yasin Willis and additional scores from Jalen Dupree, Micah Johnson, and Donald Collier. The defense limited LIU to 146 total yards, a significant performance in head coach Lance Leipold’s tenure. While Marshall showed passing promise, analysts noted the team's offensive strength continues to rely on a dominant rushing attack.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-05: Kansas Jayhawks defeat Long Island 51-6 in season opener

The Kansas Jayhawks defeated Long Island University 51-6 in their 2026 season opener, led by quarterback Isaiah Marshall and a dominant rushing attack.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kansas-jayhawks-defeat-long-island-university-51-6

### 2026-09-03: Kansas and LIU football set to face off in season opener

Long Island University football will face the Kansas Jayhawks on Sept. 4, marking the first historical matchup between the two programs.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kansas-and-liu-football-set-to-face-off-in-season-opener

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