Kansas Jayhawks
· 2026-07-13
Kansas Jayhawks offensive coordinator Calvin Clements is laying out the blueprint for the 2026 season as the team prepares to open with a home game vs Long Island University Sharks on September 5.
Clements is focusing on offensive continuity after a spring that saw the unit add new pieces while refining its identity. The coordinator is emphasizing quarterback development and play-action timing as core tenets. He’s also hinting at expanded roles for underclassmen who impressed in spring ball.
His remarks come as Kansas Jayhawks fans look for signs of progress under third-year head coach Lance Leipold. Clements’ offense struggled at times in 2025, finishing 10th in the Big 12 in scoring. The unit ranked 11th in total offense, a mark Leipold has vowed to improve.
The Jayhawks will open the 2026 slate at home against Long Island University Sharks on September 5. Clements called the opener a chance to set the tone early. He stressed the need for consistency in red-zone execution and turnover margins. The schedule features six home games in the first eight weeks, a stretch Clements labeled critical for momentum.
The offensive coordinator is doubling down on a balanced attack. He’s targeting tighter protection schemes to buy time for the passing game. Clements also pointed to improved conditioning as a focus after late-game fade in several 2025 losses. The Jayhawks return nine starters on offense, including a veteran offensive line.