Daniel Hishaw Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Kansas Jayhawks

Leipold's reset at Kansas: Kotelnicki returns to help offense as QB race heats up in fall camp

Kansas is aiming to regain some momentum after back-to-back losing seasons under Lance Leipold

AUGUST 17 • Associated Press

Best performance in final game Hishaw accrued 22 carries for 107 yards and one touchdown during Friday's 31-21 loss to Utah.

Impact Hishaw recorded his first 100-yard rushing performance of the 2025 season which will likely be his final collegiate game. The senior fought through some injuries on his way to 124 carries for 587 yards and five touchdowns with the Jayhawks. Teammate Leshon Williams also had over 100 rushing yards against Utah as Kansas found success on the ground. Hishaw, a five-year Kansas player, had his best season in 2023 when he rushed for 121 carries for 626 yards and eight touchdowns.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No. 14 Utah rallies to beat Kansas 31-21 and keep its slim Big 12 championship hopes alive

Devon Dampier passed for 253 yards and three touchdowns, leading No. 14 Utah to a 31-21 comeback win over Kansas

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Eight carries against Iowa State Hishaw compiled eight rushes for 50 yards during Saturday's 38-14 loss versus Iowa State.

Impact Hishaw returned from an injury to record eight carries in the loss at Iowa State. He was successful at 6.3 yards per carry; however, the game script was turned upside down when Iowa State jumped on the Kansas defense early and often. Teammate Leshon Williams was able to add a rushing score versus the Cyclones. Kansas will play Utah next week and they're looking for a win to become bowl eligible.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Hishaw is off the injury report ahead of Saturday's game at Iowa State.

Impact Hishaw, who was listed as probable on Friday's injury report, is now off the report and available for Saturday's road contest. He's played very well across the last four games, totaling 282 yards from scrimmage and scoring three touchdowns.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bumped to probable Hishaw (undisclosed) is probable for Saturday's game at Iowa State.

Impact Hishaw is trending in the right direction to play Saturday, as he went from being questionable Wednesday to probable Friday. The star tailback should lead Kansas' rushing attack if upgraded to available. He's racked up 59 carries for 252 yards and three touchdowns in his last four games.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Hishaw (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's game at Iowa State, per the Big 12 availability report.

Impact Hishaw popped up on Wednesday's availability report and his status for Saturday is now in question. Hishaw has played well across the last four games, totaling 59 attempts for 252 yards and three touchdowns, so he would be seriously miss if he can't play.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Totals 69 yards in loss Hishaw recorded 18 carries for 67 yards and hauled in his only target for two yards during Saturday's 24-20 defeat to Arizona.

Impact Hishaw has recorded at least 14 carries in each of his last three games; however, he has not been able to eclipse more than 67 rushing yards. Over that span, that has resulted in 3.9 yards per carry which is lower than what Hishaw has averaged over his career. Kansas' offensive line has struggled in 2025, and it has caused Kansas' offense to sputter in most weeks. The Jayhawks are off next week before playing at Iowa State in Week 13.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records pair of scores in win Hishaw posted 14 rushes for 65 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 38-21 victory against Oklahoma State.

Impact Hishaw recorded multiple touchdowns for the first time this season. He's seen significant work over the last two weeks with a combined 33 carries for 132 yards and three touchdowns. Kansas has migrated towards a more run-heavy approach with their running backs as the Jayhawks have struggled in the passing game of late. Expect both Hishaw and teammate Leshon Williams to see a healthy dose of carries when the team plays at Arizona next week.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kansas uses second-half surge to pull away from Oklahoma State, 38-21

Jalon Daniels leads Kansas to a 38-21 victory over Oklahoma State on Saturday

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Records second TD against KSU Hishaw had 19 carries for 67 yards and one touchdown and hauled in 3 of 5 targets for 28 yards during Saturday's 42-17 defeat versus Kansas State.

Impact Hishaw recorded a season-high 19 carries and logged his second touchdown of the season. Although he averaged just 3.5 yards per carry, he was the lone bright spot for the Jayhawks. He'll look to take this momentum into the game with Oklahoma State and he's a strong start against one of the worst defenses in the conference.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kansas State beats Kansas 42-17 for 17th straight Sunflower Showdown win

Avery Johnson throws for 231 yards and accounts for four touchdowns as Kansas State defeats Kansas 42-17 on Saturday

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Successful return from injury Hishaw (undisclosed) posted eight carries for 53 yards during Saturday's 42-17 loss to Texas Tech.

Impact Hishaw averaged a season-high 6.6 yards per carry in a successful return from injury. His workload was limited because Texas Tech jumped out to an early 21-0 lead. With more carries, Hishaw should have a significant impact on games in the future. The Jayhawks are on a bye next week before hosting in-state rival Kansas State.

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Successful return from injury Hishaw (undisclosed) posted eight carries for 53 yards during Saturday's 42-17 loss to Texas Tech.

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted warming up Hishaw (undisclosed) has been spotted warming up as Kansas gets ready to face Texas Tech, per Jordan Guskey of The Topeka Capital-Journal.

Impact Hishaw was deemed a true game-time call on Kansas' final injury report, but it looks like the tailback is giving it a go ahead of the Saturday night clash with the Red Raiders. If he still winds up sitting out, Leshon Williams and Johnny Thompson will spearhead the Jayhawks' backfield.

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted warming up Hishaw (undisclosed) has been spotted warming up as Kansas gets ready to face Texas Tech, per Jordan Guskey of The Topeka Capital-Journal.

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

True GTD vs. Texas Tech Hishaw (undisclosed) is listed as a game-time decision for Kansas' clash with Texas Tech.

Impact Hishaw is in danger of missing his third straight game, but he seems to have a solid shot to play. Through four games this season, the tailback ran for 178 yards and a touchdown on 35 carries. If he sits out again, expect Leshon Williams and Johnny Thompson to lead the way in Kansas' backfield once again.

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

True GTD vs. Texas Tech Hishaw (undisclosed) is listed as a game-time decision for Kansas' clash with Texas Tech.

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Now questionable Hishaw (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's game against Texas Tech.

Impact Hishaw has been upgraded to questionable a day after being labeled as doubtful. It seems he has a chance to make a sooner return than anticipated, though no official word from the coaching staff has been given. Even if active, it's unclear what kind of immediate role Hishaw could have after missing some extended time.

OCTOBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful on initial report Hishaw (undisclosed) has been listed as doubtful ahead of Saturday's game against Texas Tech.

Impact Hishaw remains without a timetable for a return, and despite not being ruled out, he is very unlikely to be available against the Red Raiders. The 5-foot-10 senior, who opened the season with 158 total yards and a touchdown in two outings, has already burned his redshirt season, leaving him without any eligibility remaining after the 2025-26 season. With Hishaw expected to sit out this weekend, the Jayhawks will look to Leshon Williams to handle the load once again in the backfield.

OCTOBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hopes to return in 2025 Kansas' team is hoping that Hishaw (undisclosed) will return in 2025, Michael Swain of 247Sports reports.

Impact Swain's announcement indicates that Hishaw will still need more time to recover, with any point in 2025 being wishful thinking on his availability. It is unclear whether or not the running back can redshirt this season, but it is a possibility considering he has played fewer than five games this season. Only one more game, and Hishaw's 2025 will be his last in college football, so there will have to be a decision on that front.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Absent once again Hishaw (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game against Central Florida.

Impact Hishaw doesn't have a timetable for his return and wasn't included on the Week 6 depth chart, so it's not surprising to see him sidelined once again. His next chance to play will come against Texas Tech on Oct. 11 in a Week 7 contest.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Daniel Hishaw Jr. Update: No Return Timeline for Kansas Running Back Lance Leipold and the Kansas football program do not have an estimated return date for the Jayhawks’ starting running back.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • SI.COM

Not part of Week 6 depth chart Hishaw (undisclosed) is not part of the depth chart for Saturday's game at Central Florida, Matt Tait of the Perpetual Sports Network reports.

Impact Hishaw's omission from the Kansas depth chart suggests that he will likely sit out Week 6. As a result, his status is once again doubtful, which it was before he was ruled out for Week 5. Perhaps the Big 12 student-athlete availability report will give a positive update on Hishaw, but with Kansas' head coach Lance Leipold unable to give an official timeline on the running back, it looks like a short-term and possibly long-term absence is on the cards.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing vs. Cincinnati Hishaw (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game against Cincinnati, Michael Swain of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Losing Hishaw is a huge blow for Kansas, but it wasn't unexpected, as the doubtful tag was a clear sign that he wasn't going to be available for this contest. Leshon Williams and Johnny Thompson should handle most of the workload in the backfield for the Jayhawks in Hishaw's absence.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Leipold's reset at Kansas: Kotelnicki returns to help offense as QB race heats up in fall camp

No. 14 Utah rallies to beat Kansas 31-21 and keep its slim Big 12 championship hopes alive

Kansas uses second-half surge to pull away from Oklahoma State, 38-21

Kansas State beats Kansas 42-17 for 17th straight Sunflower Showdown win