Rock Chalk Talk: For Kansas Jayhawks Fans

It's time for another big matchup for the Kansas Jayhawks, as they welcome the Indiana Hoosiers to town for a blue-blood matchup that has everyone involved excited. And to help Andy preview the game, he is joined by Tom Brew of Hoosiers Now, the SI Fan Nation site that covers the Indiana Hoosiers. They discuss the excitement surrounding the game, how the Hoosiers have compared to the expectations for them this season, and then dive into key players and matchups for the game. But before that, Andy runs through some brief thoughts surrounding the Tulsa game for the Kansas women. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Tom on Twitter: @tombrewsports Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Get the most comfortable vintage college sports t-shirts, swea

It was a huge week for the Kansas Jayhawks, as both the men's and women's teams got big wins and find themselves ranked this week. And Andy and Kyle are back to recap it all. They start with the women's team, who got a dominant victory over Arizona before blowing out Wichita State for their seventh straight 20+ point victory. They look through the key players and how this team has been so good this year. Plus, how likely is this team to contend for the Big 12 this season? Then it's on to the men, as Kansas embarrassed the Tigers yet again, setting up a huge matchup this weekend with the Indiana Hoosiers. Andy and Kyle go through takeaways from this last weekend before taking a brief look ahead. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Kyle on Twitter: @kyledavis21 Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at

It's been a big week for the Kansas Jayhawks, and it isn't over yet! Kansas had their bowl game announced, including the news that it would NOT be Missouri just as the basketball team is getting ready to play in Columbia on Saturday. To help preview that matchup, Andy is joined by Carrington Harrison of 610 Sports Radio. They look at the hot start for the Tigers, which Kansas players can give Missouri problems, and what they expect to see in this game. Plus there is a little bit of bowl game talk. But before all of that, Andy runs through the dominant performance put on by the Kansas women as they traveled to Tucson to take on the ranked Arizona Wildcats. The victory itself was as huge as the final margin was, and Kansas is looking at a potential spot in the Top 25 next week. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Carrington on Twitter: @cdotharrison Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, o

It's a double preview day, as both the Kansas Volleyball team and the Kansas Men's Basketball team are in action today. First, Andy is joined by Rachel Langs, super-senior middle blocker for the Kansas Jayhawks to talk about her journey at Kansas, the team this season, the strength of the Big 12 and more. Then, Matt St Jean of Road To The Garden joins the show to preview tonight's game between the Seton Hall Pirates and the Kansas Jayhawks. How has the team jelled under their new coach, and who are the main offensive and defensive threats? Plus, some predictions and random facts about the matchup Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Matt on Twitter: @mattstdream Follow Kansas Volleyball on Twitter: @KUVolleyball Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockCha

It's a packed episode, as we have 4 different teams with big news. And Andy is solo today to hit everything in a single episode. First, he discusses the Volleyball team being selected for the NCAA Tournament for the second straight season, plus a related announcement about tomorrow's show. Then he does a dive into the football regular season finale, where the Jayhawks fell to Kansas State. He looks at what we learned about this team, and just how bad the performance actually was. After the break, he jumps into the basketball side of things. That starts with an overview of all the men's action, including the Battle 4 Atlantis Tournament during the Thanksgiving holiday before looking at standout performances from the Texas Southern game. And then he wraps up with a look at the last week for the women's basketball team, including two dominant wins and a huge upcoming non-conference game tonight. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the p

It's the end of the Kansas football season, and the Kansas Jayhawks head to Manhattan for the Sunflower Showdown. Andy is joined by Scott of Boscoe's Boys to preview the matchup and give us some insight into the Kansas State Wildcats. They start by looking at the great season for Kansas State so far, and what surprises have happened in this season. Then there is some disagreement about Adrian Martinez (as expected) before diving in to what the Wildcats do so well offensively. Plus, how can the defense try to shut down the Jayhawk offense, so general thoughts on important matchups and some big predictions. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Scott on Twitter: @scottwildcat Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Get the most comfortable vintage

It was a busy week for the Kansas Jayhawks, with a massive game in the Champions Classic before heading back home to take on a pesky Southern Utah Thunderbirds team. Then the football team hosted the Texas Longhorns on Senior Day. Kansas Volleyball had senior day, and the women's basketball team finished off their season opening homestand undefeated. To help recap all this action and look ahead to the next few weeks, Andy welcomes Mike Vernon back to the podcast. They talk about what the takeaway should be from the Texas loss, what to expect from a potential Lance Leipold extension (recorded before the announcement of that new contract) and what a successful trip to Manhattan looks like on Saturday. Then it's a brief preview of the Battle 4 Atlantis while also looking at two very different performances last week. What does the basketball team need to do moving forward? Which upcoming games are the most exciting? Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Mike on Twitter: @M_Vernon Follow Blue Wings Rising on

Saturday is Senior Day for the Kansas Jayhawks, and to celebrate they are hosting the Texas Longhorns. Given the way the game between these two teams ended last season, it's fair for Kansas fans to expect an entertaining game and to be confident in the chances for the home team. To help preview the matchup, Andy is joined by Kyle Carpenter of the Longhorn Republic podcast to break down the Longhorns. They talk about whether this team has lived up to expectations, how the offense has fared with Quinn Ewers at the helm, and how they have been able to adjust during the game. Plus, what has been the secret to the defensive performances, how will they handle everything that Kansas can do, and some key matchups for the game. And of course, they finish up with some predictions. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Kyle on Twitter: @KyleCarpenter Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any sugg

It was a mixed bag for the Kansas Jayhawks this last week, with the football team dropping a tough game down in Lubbock after falling behind early on the road again, but the men's basketball team defeating Duke in the Champions Classic on Tuesday. Andy and Kyle break down everything from both games. In football, the Jayhawks couldn't stop anything on the ground for the majority of the game, and the offense couldn't do enough to complete a late comeback. And for the basketball team, Jalen Wilson showed just how improved he became over the summer and that he can take the team on his shoulders when needed. But that's not all for those games, as they hit on multiple less impactful storylines with each team that may resurface later this season. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Kyle on Twitter: @kyledavis21 Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should

Coach Brandon Schneider and the Kansas Jayhawks are coming off of the biggest turnaround season in program history, with almost every significant contributor returning from that team to try and build on that season. That warrants a proper season preview, so Andy was joined by Steven Davis, the play-by-play voice of the women's basketball team on the Jayhawk Radio Network, to break down the expectations for the season, the mood around the program, and the squad that will take the court. They dive into the current feelings around the team, and the internal and external expectations for this team. They also run through the highlights of the schedule and hit on all the main contributors and players expected to step into roles left empty by departing players. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Steven on Twitter: @StevenDavispxp Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for pe

The Kansas Jayhawks travel to Lubbock, TX to take on the Texas Tech Red Raiders, and Andy is joined by Albie Shore of the Tortillas and Takes Podcast to preview the matchup. They look at how the team has lived up to the expectations under first year head coach Joey McGuire, and what has caused the most problems for them this season. They talk about the effectiveness and depth concerns of the offensive line, and how the quarterback play has been this season. Plus, there is a discussion of how well the defense has played this season, how they expect to combat the Jayhawk attack, and a look at the key matchups in the game. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Kyle on Twitter: @kyledavis21 Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Get the most comfor

The Kansas Jayhawks had the best weekend possible, with the football team defeating the Oklahoma State Cowboys to become bowl eligible for the first time since the 2008-09 season. Then on Monday, the basketball team got the best freshman debut in over a decade in a dominant victory. Andy and Kyle break down everything from both games. In football, the Jayhawks got a spectacular performance from Devin Neal and Jason Bean, but there were plenty of other players who stood out. And for the basketball team, Gradey Dick dominated the storylines and stat sheet, but Bobby Pettiford turned in a nice performance, and Jalen Wilson did some of everything. Plus, a couple of brief looks ahead for upcoming games against Texas Tech in football and Duke in basketball. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Kyle on Twitter: @kyledavis21 Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people tha

The Kansas Jayhawks are back in action on the football field this week, and Andy is joined by Phillip Slavin of the Ten 12 Podcast to preview the Oklahoma State Cowboys. They look at what the cause of the recent struggles for OSU have been, whether Spencer Sanders is expected to play, and how the Cowboys will look to match up against the Jayhawks. Plus, picks and predictions! Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Phillip on Twitter: @OKTXARPoke Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Get the most comfortable vintage college sports t-shirts, sweaters, hoodies and more at Homefield Apparel! With more than 100 schools available (and new ones added all the time) you are sure to find something that you'll absolutely love. Promo code "CHALK12" gets y

The bye week comes at the perfect time, as the Kansas Jayhawks need some rest to get the roster ready to compete on the football field again to finish up the season. But it also is perfect for the podcast, as the Kansas Basketball season is getting ready to start. And that means it is time for our annual Kansas Basketball preseason episode, where we dive deep into everything that has happened in the offseason, what we expect the roster and rotations to look like, identify big stretches of the schedule and talk about our thoughts on the Big 12 as a whole this season. Andy and Brendan break down everything you need to now about Kansas basketball before the games tip off, including how big the transfer of Kevin McCullar was, which post players have the best chance of breaking out, and where we expect Kansas to finish in the conference standings. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Brendan on Twitter: @BrendanDzw Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If yo

The Kansas Jayhawks finish out their road trip down in Waco, TX as they take on the Baylor Bears before the bye week. To help preview the matchup, Andy is joined by Matt Wilson of Our Daily Bears and the Between Two Bears podcast to break down everything Baylor. They talk about the disappointing results for this team, how Blake Shapen has lived up to expectations, and why the running game seems to have taken a step back. Plus, they look at the defensive losses, how they can try to stop Kansas, and then get into picks and predictions. And of course, they had to end with just a bit of basketball talk. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Matt on Twitter: @mattisbear Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Get the most comfortable vintage college

It's a full episode, as Andy and Kyle break down a Kansas Football game and the start of the Kansas Basketball season. Up first, Kansas took a loss to the Oklahoma Sooners in Norman, and there were some very big lessons learned. They look at the fight of the team, the attitude surrounding the program, and what they now know about them after that loss. Plus, there is a very quick look ahead to Baylor. Then, they reset on Kansas Basketball, talking about how this season will try to live up to last season. This includes some comparisons to previous years, a discussion about Bill Self and how he builds teams, and then a look at the Women's Basketball program as well. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Kyle on Twitter: @kyledavis21 Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on

The Kansas Jayhawks head back out on the road this week for a game against a surprisingly struggling Oklahoma Sooners. To help preview the matchup, Andy is joined by Kegan Reneau to break down everything Oklahoma Sooners. They talk about the cause of the struggles so far and how Oklahoma can improve. Plus, how can the Oklahoma defense combat the Kansas offense, can the Oklahoma offense get rolling again, and what should fans expect to be the key matchups, They wrap up with some predictions and picks. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Kegan on Twitter: @KeganReneau Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Get the most comfortable vintage college sports t-shirts, sweaters, hoodies and more at Homefield Apparel! With more than 100 schools avail

The Kansas Jayhawks hosted College GameDay in Lawrence, and Andy and Brendan can't deny how big of a deal it was. But before that, they talk about the feelings after the Kansas loss to TCU, how Jason Bean's impressive performance changes the future outlook and how the defense has greatly outperformed expectations. And they wrap up by taking a quick look ahead to Oklahoma, including a puzzling opening betting line. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Brendan on Twitter: @BrendanDzw Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Get the most comfortable vintage college sports t-shirts, sweaters, hoodies and more at Homefield Apparel! With more than 100 schools available (and new ones added all the time) you are sure to find something that you'll absolu

The Kansas Jayhawks are once again playing the biggest game of the season, as they host the 4-0 TCU Horned Frogs with College Gameday in town. To help preview the matchup, Andy brings Melissa Triebwasser of Frogs Today back to the show. They look at the fast start to the season for TCU, including the emergence of Max Duggan and an offensive line that has played well without being majorly tested. Plus, a look at what is the most troubling about the Kansas offense and the key matchups for this game. And finally, they wrap up with some predictions and picks. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Melissa on Twitter: @TheCoachMelissa Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Get the most comfortable vintage college sports t-shirts, sweaters, hoodies a

Another week, another Kansas Jayhawk win, this time over the Iowa State Cyclones. Andy is joined by Jordan Guskey of the Topeka Capitol-Journal to break down the latest win. This game was anything but what you expected, and they break down the big step forward from the defense, whether the offensive performance should be worrying, and how this game has changed the conversation around this team. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyMitts12 Follow Jordan on Twitter: @JordanGuskey Follow Blue Wings Rising on Twitter: @bluewingsrise We want your input on the podcast. If you have something you would like to talk about on the podcast, or any suggestions for people that we should try to talk to, let us know by emailing us at rockchalkpodcast@gmail.com or on twitter @RockChalkPod. Get the most comfortable vintage college sports t-shirts, sweaters, hoodies and more at Homefield Apparel! With more than 100 schools available (and new ones added all the time) you are sure to find something that you'll absolutely love. Promo co