BREAKING: Kansas Star Running Back Daniel Hishaw Jr. OUT vs. UNLV

Kansas will be without Doak Walker Award watchlist nominee Daniel Hishaw Jr. against the Rebels.

Mathey Gibson | Sep 13, 2024

Aug 29, 2024; Kansas City, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks running back Daniel Hishaw Jr. (9) runs the ball during the first half against the Lindenwood Lions at Children's Mercy Park. / Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

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Injury Update - Kansas vs. UNLV

Kansas Jayhawks running back Daniel Hishaw Jr. has been ruled out for Friday’s game against UNLV with an illness.

Hishaw, a key part of the Jayhawks' offense, was expected to play a significant role in their second home game of the season at Children’s Mercy Park.

His absence could impact Kansas' run-heavy approach, which was set to play a crucial role in the matchup against the UNLV Rebels.

Daniel Hishaw seen not participating in warmups. #kufball pic.twitter.com/AwHVnqu1Iu
— The Playmakers (@playmakersku) September 13, 2024

Hishaw has been an important contributor to Kansas’ offense, and with him sidelined, the Jayhawks will look to other backs like Devin Neal to step up.

Kansas comes into this game favored by 9 points, but Hishaw’s absence could affect how they approach their game plan, particularly in establishing the ground game early.