The Kansas football team takes to the road for to play Utah Saturday. It is the first true road game of the season (the Arizona State game was played at a neutral site in London). KU is 2-2 overall and 0-1 in the Big 12. Utah is 4-0 overall, and 1-0 in conference play. The Utes are ranked 12th in the latest AP poll.
The most pleasant surprise about this Kansas team has been their defense. They rank first in the Big 12, allowing just 244.8 yards per game. That places them eighth nationally. Yes, KU has played two games against subpar competition, but they've also played Missouri and Arizona State.
Defense stays hungry 😈 pic.twitter.com/P0MEtYd1Eg
— Kansas Football (@KU_Football) October 6, 2026
Kansas played one of the best games in program history last week in a 55-0 blowout against Middle Tennessee. The defense was obviously good, pitching a shutout, but the offense set a record, piling up 706 total yards of offense. Things won't be that easy against a stout Utah squad, and the Jayhawks will need to play their best to pull off an upset.
Kansas vs. Utah: Where and when
The Jayhawks and the Utes meet on Saturday, October 10th, at 9:15 pm CDT at Rice-Eccles Stadium on campus in Salt Lake City. The venue holds 54.83 fans and should be a fun atmosphere for a college football game.
Kansas vs. Utah: Where to watch
The broadcast for the game between Kansas and Utah is on ESPN and can be streamed on FuboTV or on the Disney app (subscription required for both).
Kansas vs. Utah: Betting odds and lines
Despite the massive massacre of Middle Tennessee last week, BetMGM has the Jayhawks listed as big underdogs against the ranked Utes. KU sits at +15 points. The money line is Kansas +525, and Utah -700 with the over/under at 51.5.
Kansas vs. Utah: What will the weather be like?
Weatherbug forecasts a pleasant evening in Salt Lake City on Saturday, though rain is possible. Temperatures should be in the upper 60s at game time to the low 60s by the end. There is a 30 percent chance of rain throughout the day, including during the game.
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Kansas statistical leaders through four games
- Passing yards: Isaiah Marshall, 810 yards
- Rushing yards: Dylan Edwards, 310 yards
- Rushing touchdowns: Edwards; 3
- Receiving yards: Nik McMillan, 256 yards
- Receiving yards: three tied with 2
- Tackles: Trey Lathan, 22
- Sacks: six tied with 1
- Tackles for loss: Leroy Harris III, 7
Kansas must protect the ball against Utah. The Jayhawks have seven turnovers on the season while only forcing three. KU doesn't have any interceptions so far this year. While the defense has been terrific, it does need to gain some extra possessions for the offense.
Quarterback Isaiah Marshall will be starting his fifth game, and he needs to have the best outing of his career. He needs to be more accurate down the field. He has struggled with overthrowing his receivers, especially early in games. If he protects the ball and has a good game, KU will have a chance for an upset.
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