The Kansas Jayhawks pulled off a major upset on Saturday, defeating the No. 6 Oklahoma Sooners 38-33 in Norman. The Jayhawks had trailed for most of the game, but a late touchdown from running back Pooka Williams Jr. gave them the lead with just 55 seconds remaining.
The Sooners had taken a 33-31 lead with just over two minutes remaining, but Kansas quarterback Carter Stanley drove the Jayhawks down the field and set up the go-ahead touchdown. Stanley completed a crucial fourth-down pass to Daylon Charlot to keep the drive alive, and then Williams Jr. scored on a 10-yard run to put Kansas ahead.
The Sooners had one last chance to retake the lead, but their drive stalled and they were forced to punt. Kansas was able to run out the clock and secure the upset victory.
The Jayhawks had been struggling this season, but this win was a major boost for their morale. Stanley finished with 238 yards passing and two touchdowns, while Williams Jr. had a career-high 252 yards rushing and two touchdowns.
The win was especially sweet for Kansas head coach Les Miles, who had been under fire after his team’s slow start to the season. Miles was able to get his team to rally together and pull off the upset victory over a top-10 opponent.
This win could be a turning point for the Jayhawks, as they look to turn their season around and make a run at a bowl game. They will need to continue to play at a high level if they want to keep their postseason hopes alive.
