DraftKings · as of July 10, 2026
Kansas defeated Fresno State 31–7 to secure a comfortable win. Kansas covered by 10.0; Game went Under by 13.5. The market closed at Kansas -14.0 and the Blue Chip model made it Kansas -18.1 - a gap of 4.1 points toward Kansas, of which 3.1 points were beyond the model's measured factors. That was an information gap - the market pricing something the model does not carry - rather than a measured edge.
Fresno State's offense struggled after a promising start, with QB E.J. Warner completing only 13 of 24 passes for 98 yards after the first quarter and throwing two interceptions. The team turned the ball over three times, which limited their ability to score and maintain drives.
The Bulldogs' rushing attack was completely stifled by Kansas, gaining only 37 yards on 29 carries. This lack of a ground game made the offense one-dimensional and easier for the Jayhawks' defense to defend.
Fresno State's offensive line was overwhelmed, allowing 10 tackles-for-loss and failing to protect Warner consistently. This pressure contributed to the turnovers and overall offensive inefficiency.
Running back Elijah Gilliam provided the team's only touchdown with a rushing score, showing some potential in an otherwise stagnant offense. His performance could be a focal point for improvement in the next game.
Fresno State will look to rebound in their home opener against Georgia Southern. They will need to fix their offensive line issues, establish a running game, and reduce turnovers to compete effectively.
At kickoff, conditions at Memorial Stadium were Clear, 66°F with winds of 9 mph. Weather is not expected to be a meaningful factor in this game. Historical weather data for this game is preserved in the panel alongside. Weather data is sourced from WeatherAPI.com.
Clear
66°F
| Measure | Fresno StateAway | KansasHome |
|---|---|---|
| This week | 1,344 miles | 0 miles |
| Last week | Season opener | Season opener |
| Season total | 1,344 miles | 0 miles |
| Body clock | 15:30 | 17:30 |
| Rest | Season opener | Season opener |
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