Hailing from the Ohio Valley Conference, the Lions have several notable connections to Lawrence.
Kansas Football opens its 2024 season with a matchup against Lindenwood, a team still finding its way in the Division I landscape after transitioning from Division II just two years ago. Lindenwood joined the Ohio Valley Conference in 2022, but the Lions have faced significant challenges in adapting to the increased competition. Last season, they finished with a 3-7 overall record and a 1-5 mark in the Big South-OVC, highlighting the struggles they’ve had since moving up to Division I.
Lindenwood's quarterback situation remains a bit unsettled, with junior Carter Davis likely to be the starter. Davis appeared in five games last season, throwing for 372 yards and three touchdowns but completing just 53% of his passes. Another option is freshman Tyler Kubat, who was slightly more accurate, completing 59% of his throws for 300 yards and two touchdowns in his two appearances.
On the defensive side of the ball, Lindenwood struggled mightily in 2023. They ranked last in the Big South-OVC in scoring defense, allowing opponents to rack up over 420 yards per game. Despite these issues, the Lions return seven starters on defense, including two All-Conference players: defensive lineman Kobe McClendon and linebacker Ethan Stuhlsatz, both of whom made the Second Team.
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