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Kansas football vs. Lindenwood: Prediction, game odds & TV info for season opener

The Kansas Jayhawks host the Lindenwood Lions on Thursday at Children’s Mercy Park. It’ll be the season opener for both squads.

Last season, the Jayhawks went 9-4. The Lions finished with a 3-7 record.

This will be the first matchup between both sides, and it’s one the Jayhawks will be heavy favorites in. Kansas returns 30 seniors and plenty more experience from last year’s squad.

Here’s what to know about the matchup...

Kansas football vs. Lindenwood game details

Kickoff: 7:00 p.m. Thursday

Where: Children’s Mercy Park, Kansas City

TV: ESPN+

Radio: Jayhawk Radio Network; WHB (810) in Kansas City

Betting line: Kansas (-44.5)

Kansas game prediction

This game should be over by halftime.

Not only are the Jayhawks better at every facet of football, but Lindenwood has struggled against FCS squads since it transitioned from Division II two years ago.

One of the big things to watch is how good Kansas quarterback Jalon Daniels looks, as he played only three games last season due to injury.

On the defensive end, it’ll be notable which KU players are getting to the quarterback. That’s the biggest question mark surrounding Kansas’ defense.

If all goes to plan, fans will see quarterbacks Cole Ballard and Isaiah Marshall in action; expect Kansas to win big in this one.

Prediction: Kansas 52, Lindenwood 6

Shreyas’ pick to cover: Kansas (-44.5)

Shreyas’ record: 0-0

Shreyas’ record against the spread: 0-0

This story was originally published August 28, 2024 at 7:30 AM with the headline "Kansas football vs. Lindenwood: Prediction, game odds & TV info for season opener."

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Shreyas Laddha
The Kansas City Star
Shreyas Laddha covers KU hoops and football for The Star. He’s a Georgia native and graduated from the University of Georgia.
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