The McAlary Effect
The McAlary Effect
at Baylor Saturday October 7, 2028
The McAlary Effect
Notes from Coach Jordan McAlary's radio appearance
On Tyree Labelle’s late touchdown run despite the lopsided score:
"Look, I get how it might look from the outside, but Tyree’s a guy who’s been busting it every day in practice. He’s earned those reps. There was still plenty of time on the clock, and we weren’t in a position to just start kneeling. We had mostly reserves out there, and we’re going to let those guys play. I thought Tyree ran hard and made the most of his opportunity."
On Glen Jue’s injury and missed playing time:
"We were hoping to get Glen more involved—he’s another guy we’ve been excited about—but he tweaked his ankle early in the second half. It’s nothing serious, and he should be good to go in practice this week. We expect him to be ready for Arizona State."
On improved ball security and pass protection:
"No turnovers, and we took fewer sacks—that’s progress. Still not where we want to be in terms of protection, but we’re getting closer. It’s about communication, technique, and trust, and I think you’re starting to see that come together."
The McAlary Effect
Jayhawks Land Two Key Recruits as 2029 Class Continues to Take Shape
Kansas football added a major boost to its 2029 recruiting class this week with the commitments of two highly-touted prospects: five-star running back Barry Sermons and four-star offensive guard Elton Williams. The pair gives the Jayhawks a powerful one-two punch on the offensive side of the ball as the program continues to build on its national momentum.
Sermons, a bruising back out of Lipscomb Academy in Nashville, Tennessee, is one of the top prospects in the country. At 6’1” and 230 pounds, Sermons brings rare size and physicality to the backfield, with enough speed to be a home-run threat. Ranked No. 14 overall in the class of 2029, he is the No. 2 running back nationally and the top-ranked player in the state of Tennessee.
“Barry is a difference-maker,” head coach Jordan McAlary said. “He’s got the power to wear down a defense and the burst to break one at any moment. He’s exactly the kind of back we love to feature in our offense.”
Joining Sermons is Elton Williams, a physically dominant offensive lineman from Brookfield, Wisconsin. At 6’3” and 292 pounds, Williams is a road-grader in the run game and has steadily developed into one of the top guards in the nation. He’s ranked No. 81 overall in the class and is the No. 1 player in Wisconsin.
“Elton’s a mauler,” McAlary added. “He plays with an edge, and his strength at the point of attack is elite. He’s the type of player who sets the tone up front, and we’re thrilled to have him in the mix.”
While the Jayhawks celebrated two major signings, they also missed out on one of their top defensive targets. Outside linebacker Frederick Shorter, a four-star recruit out of Flower Mound, Texas, committed to Alabama after narrowing his final choices to the Crimson Tide and Kansas. Shorter was seen as a high-ceiling edge presence, and Kansas coaches had pushed hard for his services.
With the additions of Sermons and Williams, Kansas’ 2029 recruiting class now sits at No. 27 in the national rankings. As the Jayhawks continue their undefeated campaign, the program's rising profile is beginning to show on the recruiting trail.
“This is just the start,” McAlary said. “We’re building something special here—and recruits are taking notice.”
The McAlary Effect
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