Clash at Kelly/Shorts Stadium: Kansas Jayhawks Take on Central Michigan Chippewas in College Football Showdown

As the Kansas Jayhawks prepare to face off against the Central Michigan Chippewas at Kelly/Shorts Stadium, fans can anticipate a game where recent trends and statistics will play a significant role. The Jayhawks are coming off a narrow defeat against Nicholls State Colonels, with a final score of 26-23. Despite the loss, there were several positive takeaways that could influence their upcoming performance.

The Jayhawks demonstrated resilience in their previous game, with an efficient red zone percentage, converting all attempts into scores. Their passing game was solid; they achieved a completion percentage of 55 and managed two touchdowns through the air. However, they will need to improve on their rushing attack which averaged less than two yards per carry.

Defensively, Kansas showed potential by recording one sack and six tackles for loss but will need to ramp up pressure against Central Michigan's offense to control the tempo of the game. Special teams also played well for Kansas; they were perfect in field goal attempts with their longest being 54 yards.

One area that requires attention is ball security; the Jayhawks fumbled four times last week and lost possession once. They'll need to tighten up handling if they want to maintain control against Central Michigan.

Playing away from home can be challenging, but it's an opportunity for Kansas to showcase adaptability and mental toughness. The venue might influence crowd support dynamics but expect both teams to come prepared regardless of location advantages.

Fans should look forward to seeing whether Kansas can leverage its passing efficiency while improving on ground gains and maintaining defensive solidity from last week's outing as keys for success in this matchup.

The upcoming football game is scheduled for September 8th at 19:00 UTC at Kelly/Shorts Stadium in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+.